Hello, 

Seasons Greetings :happy:

How are you doing? I too was diagnosed with Grade 3 invasive ductal carcinoma, triple negative right breast cancer, on 1st Dec. I get my results on 14th Jan, where I will find out my stage and treatment plan.

Since my diagnosis, I have took one step forwards and two steps backwards, (many times) so I also struggled to remain positive, but thank heavens I had the distraction of the Christmas preparations to take away worries and fears.

With Christmas now gone, I only have the lovely positive ladies who are going/have been through the very same crisis we are anxious about. These ladies gave me strength and hope to carry on. In between waiting for my upcoming appointments, I found the posts were helpful and gave some comfort with some of my queries, which would have any other time have me calling my BCN constantly!

I understand for some individuals, only health professionals will ease their minds, and no amount of reassurance outside of this will convince them otherwise. 

I believe we are at the same situation with regards to diagnosis and treatment plan, but it sounds like you will get there before me, so maybe we can address the uphill battle you mentioned and perhaps you can let me know what I may come across and keep me in the loop with your journey? 

Much love xx :love:

Hello

I have just today been diagnosed with grade 3 invasive ductal carcinoma, triple negative.

The doctor is saying lumpectomy and biopsy then radiotherapy. May be able to avoid chemo but the cancer nurse said it is likely.

Due to give birth and likely to have a c section next week to get things moving.

can anyone recommend any type of counselling that is useful. I have a feeling I'm going to need it!

Also, how did you go about telling friends and family? Did you tell a select few or everyone. Still processing so not told family yet but have told a few friends as I find it easier. 

Hi hun I replied on your other feed aswel but i was referred for counciling by my Consultant, ask him/her next time you speak with them to refer you.

Breast Cancer Now website is a good source of information aswel 

xxx 

Hi hun I replied on your other feed aswel but i was referred for counciling by my Consultant, ask him/her next time you speak with them to refer you.

Breast Cancer Now website is a good source of information aswel 

xxx 

I will thank you! It's nice being able to talk about it with people on this forum which has helped x