Newly diagnosed

I'm in a bit of shock after going to the breast clinic today for what I thought was a cyst (I've had loads) only to be told it's cancer. I don't know too much else except I'll need an operation as well as radiotherapy and/or chemotherapy depending on the test results. I've had a few tears, mainly at the thought of telling my grown up children. I'm also going out tonight and wondering if I'll get through it.

  • Hi I’m sorry hear your news, I’ve recently just been diagonised too. I can honestly say it has been the toughest few months of my life so far. I found the lump in my left breast on my 37th Birthday (happy birthday to me  ‍♀️) all I could think about at the time was having to tell my children. As time goes on it does get easier, I didn’t sleep or eat for a few weeks, it’s all the unknown! I have recently just had my op and feeling much more positive. I hope what I’ve said helps you on your journey and I hope you get through tonight I’m sure it won’t be easy for you. 

    I haven’t told many of my friends or family but I think it really does help to talk. 

    Wishing you the best of luck xxxx

  • Yes it's pretty rubbish and I'm so sorry you're in the same boat. Telling people is difficult. I've told one person (apart from my husband) and I'm not sure I was ready. It's hard to know what to think and feel. I'm glad you're feeling more positive now. Good luck and thank you so much for replying, it means a lot.