Newbie stage 2 breast cancer

Good morning all,

I have put off using any chat forums etc - however now my surgery date 25 Jan is approaching I have so many questions and hoping I can get answers from people that have are going through this

im having a mastectomy with diep flap surgery then will have radiotherapy- unsure how many sessions 

many guidance is greatly appreciated 

also is it realistic me hoping to enjoy a holiday in September 

  • Hi I've not taken any meds as yet, I think that will come shortly? Hope all is going ok for you x

  • They put me on tamoxifen due to the slight delay in my surgery- I was diagnosed 15 Nov 

  • Hi Wrenny,

    A very warm welcome to our forum.

    I'm glad to hear hat all of your pre-op checks are done and that you are just waiting for a new surgery appointment. It must have been a relief, tinged with disappointment, to have your original date cancelled due to Covid. I hope that you are feeling better now and that it won't be too long before you can get this all over and done with.

    You will find it helpful to have clothing that opens down the front to start with, as this is easier than trying to lift things over your head. We all react differently to surgery, but so long as you listen to your body, you'll get through this. Don't over exert yourself and rest when you need to. Don't lift heavy things and don't be surprised if you feel really fatigued.

    I would wait to book your holiday, until you see how you feel after surgery.

    Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx