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Post op blues

TCP1903
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I was diagnosed in October - 2 different kinds in same breast. Had lumpectomy and reconstruction (reduction) in December and had to wait 5 weeks for them to tell me there was a little in lymphnodes but they got it all and now another wait for test results for liklihood of it returning to determine what treatment they are going to give me.

I know they got it all and that's good news but why does the despair squid keep pushing into my head with its negativity?

Is it normal to feel like this?  I keep telling myself it could be so much worse. Perhaps it's just processing?

  • As I'm sure many of our members will agree, this is a natural part of the process TCP1903, so try not to worry too much or be too hard on yourself for having these thoughts after your surgery.

    Easier said than done I know, but hopefully once the test results come through and you have a treatment plan in place, your post op blues will lessen.

    Hopefully our community will share their thoughts and advice with you soon but if you would like to talk things through with one of our cancer nurses, you can do so on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m. They're very easy to talk to and will do all they can to ease your mind and support you during this anxious time.

    We're thinking of you TCP1903 and will have our fingers crossed for a good outcome.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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