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I was diagnosed in July straight off with triple negative mestaised breast cancer - mine has gone to the liver 

it was not big in the liver and it is nowhere else 

I am considered stage 4 due to this and I was told incurable but treatable and possibly for years 

I had 3 rounds of EC every 3 weeks then oncologist called me in not good news she said EC hadn't worked snd the cancer had grown especially in liver but still nowhere else . So she said I am to try PC combination and weekly and there is a 'reasonable chance' this will stop its growth and in some cases can reverse it 

but then she said but you might want to prepare for the worst if it doesn't work plan . I could not believe this I understood that although not endless treatments that more than two would be possible 

It has taken my hope my stength my positivity. I know I cannot be cured I am 55 and have two children in their early 20's I have an elderly mom who relies on me 

 

has anyone else experienced this where you receive hope In one hand 'reasonable chance and treatable' then prepare for worst 

 

surely there are more options it's left me not wanting to face the new treatment 

I keep feeling overwhelmed and hopeless 

  • Hello Janolly

    I'm sorry to hear about your diagnosis and all that you're facing at the moment. Undoubtedly it's a difficult time and it's understandable that you're feeling overwhelmed and hopeless about things. 

    I know that many members who struggle find it helpful to chat things through with someone. You could ask your clinical team if any specialist counseling support is available. You could also try contacting your local Maggie's who will be able to offer some support. Alternatively, you're welcome to call our team of nurses on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm. I know they will be happy to offer any support and information that they can. 

    I know that this is a really tough time for you Janolly. Keep in touch here on the forum if it helps to have a safe space to post and share things. I'm sure the community will do what they can to support you. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator