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Astrocytoma diagnosis. Stage 4. Having treatment and feeling emotional. Would love to chat to others in the same position

YellowDaff
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Hi  

hope everybody is okay. I haven’t written anything before, nor have I even know such a thing existed. I have recently been diagnosed with stage 4 astrocytoma. I’m 36, mum to two children. I have had surgery in March, and also started Chemotherapy daily and Radiotherapy Mon-Fri end of April. I do my absolute best to remain as positive and live as we’re used to. Recently I’ve taken a bit of an emotional rollercoaster, I’m very sensitive and jealous of idiotic things. I believe it’s gotta be some kind of effect on medication.. I’d love to chat with people that are in the same boat as me, genuinely looking for someone who unfortunately gets me. 

sending love ️ 

  • Welcome to Cancer Chat YellowDaff although I'm sorry to hear you were recently diagnosed with a stage 4 astrocytoma. This must have been very difficult news to receive. 

    Experiencing a whole range of emotions is part and parcel of being on a cancer journey, so try not to be too hard on yourself at this time. I hope this information we have about how cancer can make you feel will reassure you that what you're feeling is completely normal but hopefully some of our members will be along soon to share their experiences and advice. 

    In the meantime, if you have any questions or concerns about your diagnosis or treatment we have a team of cancer nurses you can talk to on 0808 800 4040. Their phone lines are open Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m and they will do all they can to help.

    For further information and advice about astrocytomas, and a chance to connect with others with the same diagnosis, don't hesitate to reach out to The Brain Tumour Charity as well.

    We're sending you all our support YellowDaff and wishing you all the best with your treatment.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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