T1b kidney carcinoma

Hi all, this is a very scary place to me joining. I'm 30 and recently diagnosed with T1B kidney carcinoma, I also have stage 5 kidney failure and a few mental health problems (so alot going on). It was just by chance that the tumor was found as I was being scanned something relating to my kidney failure which detected the mass. I feel in a very daunting situation, and a mix of emotions. I tried on the phone when being told, the next day I felt numb, and not I feel so confused, scared, upset. . The only personal experience I have of cancer is older family members who unfortunately are no longer with us, I'm really worried about what it means for me. At this stage the only people who know is my partner, my mum, uncle and grandparents to be fair that's all who needs to know but I know I'm going to have to say something to my place of work. Unfortunately it's a very gossipy environment and I don't want the news to spread around which I know it will do, so I feel that I will just keep the full extension of it to myself with just saying that recent scans have found an abnormality. . 

  • Hi Gabbii,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I'm sorry to hear of your situation and it certainly sounds like you have a lot going on.

    I'm not sure where you are in terms of finding out all the information you need to about potential next steps but it sounds like you may be waiting to hear more - I hope that you're able to get this information soon, and understanding some of these next steps may help a little.

    Hopefully you have a manager or someone else at work who you can speak to as confidentially as you want to, and who can offer you the support you need.

    I also hope that this forum can be of some help to you - it is a safe space to write things down and to connect with others, especially when you may feel like it's difficult to speak to those around you.

    We are always here if you need it. Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator