I'm really pleased that forum has been able to help you whilst you've been having tests Janjamjo although I'm sorry to hear you may have cancer.

I know you must be contending with a vast array of thoughts and feelings right now but I'm glad you've joined us as many of our members, as you would have seen from their posts, will know what you're going through and hopefully you will receive some support and advice from them soon.

I hope you've managed to get a GP appointment to address the pain you've been having and that it won't be long until your biopsy results come through. 

We're here for you Janjamjo and will do all we can to help.

Kind regards,

Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

Thank you

Hi

Saw GP on tuesday, had blood tests at GP yesterday and just had phone call fron hsp withultrasound scan on Sunday. Feeling very worried. Feel so poorly, I know I should stay positive but I knew it was cancer and I dont believe my biopsy results will be good, esp as I was told it was breast cancer the day my biopsy was taken. Have to wait til Wednesday for that results appointment. Looked up gallbladder ultrasound to check I had the no eating details right and it mentioned that being kept in for treatment was a possibility, depending on what they find. I live alone, have pets etc, so that adds to my concern. If this pain is connected to liver would that show on ultrasound? 

jane

Hi Jane, 

Moderators are not medically trained so unfortunately I can't answer this question but you're welcome to ask our cancer nurses about this on 0808 800 4040. Their phone lines are open Monday - Friday (except bank holidays) between 9a.m - 5p.m and they will do all they can to help and ease your mind.

I hope all goes well with the ultrasound on Sunday and that the news you receive on Wednesday is favourable.

Kind regards,

Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

Thank you for your kind reply, I will phone tomorrow, sorry I should have realised it was a nurse question.

Jane

Hey,  

Firstly I apologize for grammar error as English is not my first language.  I want to share my experience with cancer, which still I am in the process, to remind you to not be scared!

I am 33 years single women. I was studying and almost complete my master and prepare myself for PHD. Then one day, I just want to check my breast if everything is ok or not. Actually I did not have any symptom related to cancer. It was just normal check-up as I had not gone to doctor to check my body for 3 years. When my GP said that it is better to take ultrasound and maybe mammography to be sure that everything is ok, I went to the Hospital. Then I learned that I had HER2 positive 3. Level breast cancer with zero symptoms!!!!. Mine was invasive malignant macrocalcification around 10 cm2. It was a big shocked of course! I cried and pretended as if I am in the nightmare for a few days. Then I walked, walked and walked in the  street one week to understand and digest this big news in my life. I was alone and had no family support because I was in Belfast. In addition, I could not have a big community around me in Belfast. I just could  have few friends  because of covid and very limited social life. Moreover, I had lots of problem financially and accommodation. On the one hand, I tried to solve this problem. On the other hand, I was trying to keep my body from any virus and any accident. It was one of the toughest time in my life. After I arrange everything, I went to one of the best restaurant and enjoy with my food and promised myself that this cancer will go just like it came!! I promised myself that I will eat even though I vomit and nausea. I promised myself that I will continue  keeping my body active during the day such as walking and exercise. And I promised myself I will spoil myself and can be weak sometimes. So, If I feel weak, then be as this heals the soul and body to strengthen your will for future…

Then I shared this with my siblings on the phone and we cried together.  It was really difficult to not hug your sisters and brothers while you share your bad news. After we digested this together, I said to them to not cry anymore as it will pass!!! Then we started laughing on the phone, making funny gossips and stories and send gifts to each other and say beautiful words to each other and all these beauties have started to flow around us.

When I had lots of appointment with surgeon, oncologist etc… I bought diary which helped a lot to follow your appointment. After having conversation with my surgeon and oncologist, I was convinced that I am with right doctors.  Do not think you bore these people. They are here for you.  

Then, my treatment has started. Yes, I had nausea and very bad headache but Oncology helpline helped a lot and I managed very well in the first and second cycle. After third cycle, I had started to vomit and very bad muscle pain. But, this also was managed with Breast Cancer Nurses. They are amazing! While I was preparing for next cycle, I have had covid!! Here I am!!! Was it really necessary to have covid now? Any way…. It came and I kicked it off even though still I have covid symptoms…

With a very limited environment and few people in Belfast, I am continuing this treatment and I know it may be more difficulties during surgery and after surgery. But I know that life is much stronger than this cancer!!!

Please do not allow the scary to occupy your mind and your body!  Just know that we can beat cancer as long as we believe in ourselves!!! We just need to decide who will  win!

You can feel fear, angry, disappointed, stressful. Give a space to feel whatever you want to feel. However, remind yourself that you are very strong and this cancer is just a piece which you can kicked it off!!!

if you want to ask anything, I will try my best for you!

Hi Rosaaa

oh, thank you so much for sharing you story but I will wait and reply properly tomorrow, its very late and I just saw your msg as I am closing computer and going to bed, you are kind and I send you positive thoughts and good wishes for now...

Jane 

I was reading through posts when came across yours xx

i just wanted to leave a message saying you sound like a very strong person, sorry you are not near your family and sometimes in a lonely place. I’m endometrial cancer and have lots of friends to confide in but still it feels lonely  maybe I need some of your strong thinking. I hope you are ok and wish you luck on your path xx

Dear Mario,

I am here if I can do anything for you! We can have a conversation via zoom if it helps to you! 

We will beat this together and see how we rebuilt our life beautifully!

XX

I’ve friend requested you, anytime you feel lonely or things to much feel free to message me x we are on different cancer diagnosis but our feelings and anxiety are the same, perhaps we can get ourselves through it together x