Floored by mum’s diagnosis

Hi People,

I have had a phobia of cancer for a long time and now what I thought was my worst nightmare came true... my lovely mum has been diagnosed with breast cancer following a mammogram. Luckily it looks to be a small lump and has not spread to nodes, the NHS team seem confident it can be sorted with surgery and maybe radiotherapy (obviously we don’t know what type it is yet). I thought we would both fall apart and yet... we are both very calm and I was confident but feeling shaky now thinking about the future and how I can best help her. Not sure what I should say or do or what to expect.

  • Hello MGgirl

    I'm sorry to hear about your Mum's recent diagnosis. It's understandably a difficult time for you both but it sounds as if the team are confident that this can be sorted which is good news. 

    It's not uncommon to experience all sorts of different emotions after a cancer diagnosis. It often helps to talk things through and I'd encourage you to give our team of nurses a call. I'm sure they will be able to offer you some information, advice, and support to help. They're available Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm on 0808 800 4040. 

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

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

  • Thanks so much - other than talking in practical terms e.g. who is taking her to next appointment, avoiding heavy lifting etc we have not talked about it much.