Diagnosed at the end of November with stage 2 in my right breast with 2 tumours the oestrogen positive type. Had a lumpectomy, sentinel lymph node biopsy and reconstructive surgery on the right and left breast on 27th December. Scars are healing well, and doing daily exercises to keep movement in arms and shoulders as this is very important to help stop lymphoedema and to help with radiotherapy. I was relieved to find out my lymph nodes were clear. Started endocrine therapy, Anastrozole in January to reduce the oestrogen in my body as I am post menopausal. Having constant hot flushes, and night sweats, but coping.
I didn't need chemotherapy, but I have my radiotherapy planning appointment next week. I will be having radiotherapy 5 days a week over three weeks. My surgeon and breast care nurses have been fantastic, they are so understanding and are there to give advice.
My advice is to talk about your cancer, fears and treatment with family and friends plus with your treatment team. There are also many sites like this to get advice. Download the BECCA app and look at the Penny Brohn website.
It's normal to feel stressed, I did too but once surgery was done I felt relief. Once I saw my scars I felt better, its the anticipation of seeing them and what you're left with stressed me out but I was OK afterwards. The size of the scars don't bother me, I count myself to be very lucky it was caught and the breast surgeon was able to get it all in the one operation.
Stay positive, it does help and all the best for your operation next week. You can beat this!!!
