Living with stage 4 cancer

Hello I'm Maggiecarmen

First time I've used a forum was scared to have to admit I have stage four breast cancer liver brain mets, I am a very nervous person . I found this hard to accept as being born with rare childhood cancer given last rights after numerous treatments and ops even ended up with photos in Oxford medical book's. Wents through years of tests etc up till ages of fourteen cod wanted me to live for some reason. Worked for 34 years in NHS till I collapsed at work And breast cancer went to brain. Have one daughter been single parent since she was six months , done multiple

Jobs to survive even squeezed in a few volunteering one being childline. I feel very ashamed of myself for not being brave I want to live like so many of us but am so scared I cry a lot

But I feel better supporting people than supporting myself

So if someone wants to talk feels low I'm here

  • Hi Maggiecarmen and welcome to the Cancer Chat community.

    I'm so sorry to hear all that you have been through and that you now have stage 4 breast cancer. This must have been very difficult news to receive and living with cancer at this stage can be very difficult so please don't be so hard on yourself for being scared as it's completely natural to feel this way.

    It's so lovely that you want to support others who are on this journey, and I'm sure some of our members will be along soon to say hello and offer their support to you as well.

    If you ever want to discuss anything about your diagnosis and/or how you are feeling with one of our cancer nurses, they're available on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m. They're very easy to talk to and will do all they can to support you when you need it most.

    It's lovely to meet you Maggiecarmen and I look forward to seeing you around the forum soon.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

  • I don't think I will be writing again I'm upset I  I've upset my friend I appeared to have rang her in morning early having panic attacks awaiting results don't want to explore more but since I've had brain ip even my daughter said I am happy then fly off the handle,  I'm best niw not to speak to anyone anymore as i don't seem ti be getting things right fod bless 

  • Hi Maggie … 

    I’m so sorry to hear you are having such a hard time. 
    Panic attacks are a very frightening things. Sounds as if you have been through so much and still have so much to give.

    Obviously if coming on the forum is not right for you for now -  know that it will always be here if ever you need some extra support. I’ve only joined myself recently and have already had wonderful support it really helped me when I am having a tough time or like you say having a bad day when you feel you can’t put a foot right. 

    Sounds as if you are one mighty woman. 

    Sending best wishes to you. 

    Jane x

  • Thankyou Jane since I had brain surgery I multiple lesions on brain, I feel I get snappy now and don't leave the house unless it's medical.  I've cancelled my WhatsApp so not to upset her , I will just say my rosary