I was diagnosed with breast cancer in November 14 the days after my 29th birthday.it was a massive shock to everyone.luckily (everyone keeps saying this-lucky?!) I had a lumpectomy with clear margins & clear lymph nodes.radiotherapy for 4 weeks & tamoxifen & that should be it.So why am I struggling so much emotionally?I had to go back to work 3 weeks after surgery as I don't get sick pay & have rent/bills to pay.Im also still in quite a bit of pain.My boyfriend expects me to go back to my usual girlfriend duties ie house work/sex like nothing has happened.Yet I just want to stay in bed & cry.also not sleeping well.currently on Tramadol & zolpidem which is helping but don't want to get addicted.help!!
Hi Chloe
I'm do sorry that you have had to face this frightening diagnosis but it's also extremely positive that it has been caught so very very early. It's totally understandable that a diagnosis of cancer, regardless of stage, would be absolutely terrifying and emotional. You are so,young and it's a real reminder of our mortality. Do you think sitting down with your boyfriend and sharing with him how you feel would help or asking him to read some of the information online? I hope you have others around to support you emotionally. Cancer is an emotional journey just as it is a physical one xxx
Hi Chloe
I'm do sorry that you have had to face this frightening diagnosis but it's also extremely positive that it has been caught so very very early. It's totally understandable that a diagnosis of cancer, regardless of stage, would be absolutely terrifying and emotional. You are so,young and it's a real reminder of our mortality. Do you think sitting down with your boyfriend and sharing with him how you feel would help or asking him to read some of the information online? I hope you have others around to support you emotionally. Cancer is an emotional journey just as it is a physical one xxx
