Hello April64

What you're feeling is absolutely normal. You have been through such an emotional rollercoaster these last few weeks. Add to that you've had to have surgery and the physical toll that that takes on your body, it is perfectly understandable that you've been feeling down and frustrated. 

We've got some information on our website about coping emotionally with cancer but I'd recommend that you chat with someone about how you're feeling at the moment. It really can help to talk these things through and to get a different perspective on all that you've been through and how you're feeling. 

You're most welcome to give our nurses a call. I know they will be happy to chat things through and offer any advice and support they can. Alternatively, you may want to get in touch with an organisation like Maggie's who are able to offer a number of different support options. Or speak to your breast care nurse. It is important that they know how you're feeling and if there are any local support services available to you I'm sure they will be happy to signpost or refer you onwards. 

You've obviously had some good news with your staging April64 but you have still been through a lot. Sometimes it's as important to acknowledge the not-so-good bits as well in order to be able to work through things. Be kind to yourself on the days when you feel low or tearful. Take each day at a time and you will get through this phase of your journey. 

Keep in touch and let us know how you get on. 

Best wishes, 
Jenn
Cancer Chat moderator