Hello Wendy-Jane

I'm sorry to hear about all that you've been through over the past two years. It sounds like it's been a difficult time even if it didn't necessarily feel like it whilst you were going through treatment. 

What you've described is common amongst many people who have had cancer and from the posts I've read here on the forum, it's not uncommon for these feelings to be heightened around the time of an anniversary. 

It's certainly worth seeking some professional help to process these thoughts and emotions if you've not already done so. This might be something that you're able to access through your breast care nurse or your GP. Alternatively, you might want to visit somewhere like Maggies if there is a centre near to you. Breast Cancer Now also runs a course called Moving Forward which you may find of interest. 

If you'd like to talk things through with one of our nurses for some advice and support you're welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. 

I do hope that things settle and begin to improve for you Wendy-Jane. 

Best wishes, 
Jenn
Cancer Chat moderator 

Hello Wendy-Jane

I'm sorry to hear about all that you've been through over the past two years. It sounds like it's been a difficult time even if it didn't necessarily feel like it whilst you were going through treatment. 

What you've described is common amongst many people who have had cancer and from the posts I've read here on the forum, it's not uncommon for these feelings to be heightened around the time of an anniversary. 

It's certainly worth seeking some professional help to process these thoughts and emotions if you've not already done so. This might be something that you're able to access through your breast care nurse or your GP. Alternatively, you might want to visit somewhere like Maggies if there is a centre near to you. Breast Cancer Now also runs a course called Moving Forward which you may find of interest. 

If you'd like to talk things through with one of our nurses for some advice and support you're welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. 

I do hope that things settle and begin to improve for you Wendy-Jane. 

Best wishes, 
Jenn
Cancer Chat moderator 

Hi Jenn thank you so much for your comforting reply. I did have 5 sessions of counselling through my doctor but it was agreed between us, because my anxiousness was purely to do with cancer and the fear of the cancer returning, it was best to seek counselling through MacMillan. 

Hello Wendy-Jane

I'm glad to hear that you've had some support for the anxiety relating to cancer returning previously. Don't be afraid to get back in touch with Macmillan or your breast care nurse for more support if you're struggling. 

I do hope that things settle for you soon. 

Best wishes, 
Jenn
Cancer Chat moderator