Life after Mastectomy

6 weeks ago I had a double mastectomy and finding myself struggling to cope. Not with the pain, but emotionally. Each day I have found myself with a different emotional challenge, struggling some days to even be around people, get up, exist. I kick myself because I thought I was stronger, but inside I feel like I have lost myself. I am sure the feelings will pass, as surgery wasn't that long ago..... but when!? Is there anything I can do emotionally to get myself out of this understandable hole I feel I'm drowning in. The pain can be controlled with medication, my lack of movement physio.... but how do I control my emotions ! 

  • Hi there.

    I'm sorry to hear you are struggling but it is completely normal you have gone through something very traumatic.  I had a mastectomy last Friday and had my horrible tube taken out today. I've been crying every day and can't seem to find the strength to get out of bed most days. You aren't alone. I've beven told it gets better with time. I hope you have a good support network around you. 

    Unfortunately I don't have the answer to your question but if you do find it please let me know!  

    Lots of hugs to you xx