Hello, dear people…
I never thought I would be one to join this forum, but here I am. I have been diagnosed with stomach cancer about 2 months ago and yesterday I got out of the hospital, where I have been admitted for 2 weeks. I had total gastrectomy (stomach removal) and D2 lymphadenectomy. It will still take some time to find out the stage of my cancer but it worries me a lot knowing that even though I underwent these horrible surgeries (plus complications) and I’m in so much pain, I still don’t know what to expect from now on. I still don’t know the stage nor how much time I have left on earth. I don’t know what to expect and I don’t know anything about my career or future anymore. Is anyone able to tell me, how do you cope with such a harsh diagnosis and go around day by day?Is it possible to have a long life if the cancer was caught early? How badly does chemotherapy affect you and your well being (in case I might have to do it once they figure out the stage)? Sorry for bombarding you with all this information, I truly wish you all recover and stay strong through such a difficult period. Please let me know if you have any questions that I could answer.
