I had a grade 3 breast cancer diagnosed July last year .. every emotion under the sun .. heard so much about it ... all the worse case sinarios .. I wrote on here while waiting for my mastectomy... and a lovely lady called jolomine chatted to me .. and helped me through ...
Now there's lots of us breast ladies joined in here .. all different stages and different treatments. . But you know, wer all still here .. I thought my time was up ... with a grade 3 .. but here I am doing well and writting to you ... and hopefully you'll get others pop by and tell you their stories ...
Feeling like you are in this early stage, for me was the hardest ... and not everyone needs chemo .. l even made my funeral arangments .. their all put away safely hopefully for a good while yet ... it's the unknown that's so scary ..
Cancer wants to knock us down.. and keep us weak .. but when you get all those feelings out .. get yourself a pair of vertual boxing gloves ... get in this ring with us lot .. all trying to kick cancers *** ... it may bend us ... but we won't brake ... you can do this ... and this chat room is an amazing place where we can hold each other's hand ... your not alone ... so sending you a big hug ... Chrissie
Welcome to our forum, although I'm sorry that your condition has brought you here.
I have not had any chemo, so I cannot answer your question about spread. You could however phone one of our nuses here and ask them more about the spread of cancer with chemo. Their number is freephone and is 0808 800 4040.
I have had 2 bouts of breast cancer in the past 8 years, so if I can help you in any way, please let me knoow. Have you been told what type and grade of cancer it is yet, or have you discussed surgery or treatment with your consultant?
Don't worry about crying - just let the tears flow, as they are a good release valve. Most of us find ourselves in a desperate emotional state at this time. If it's of any consolation , it does become easier as you start to fight back, by starting treatment or having surgery.
Please let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.
Hi carlyjoy, I’m so sorry to hear of your diagnosis.
I am currently going through chemotherapy for breast cancer myself and so I’m happy to share my experiences if it helps.
As to your question of chemo spreading cancer, that’s a new one on me though I did google it and yes, there’s a US study on this.
Do you know your treatment plan yet? My advice would be speak to your oncologist and put the question to them. They will be able to give you tons of info on chemo, if this is part of your treatment plan.
Hi Carleyjoy - so sorry you’ve had this diagnosis but like the other lovely people have said , this is a good place to share your ups and downs. I’m also on this rollercoaster ride and yes there are times when it seems terrifying but for me it was because of the unknown- the ladies here have helped reassure me and I’m sure they will you too . I had a mastectomy 2 weeks ago and I was very worried beforehand but it’s done and apart from some nerve damage due to lymph nodes being removed my wounds have healed well and it’s good to know they’ve taken the cancer away . I start chemo in a few weeks and it was a comfort to read others experiences of chemo - I can’t say I’m not worried but I’m not so worried now and just want to get on with it - look after yourself and take care- sending you best wishes xx
Hi Carleyjoy. So...youre part of the sexy babes club! It's a tough one but you'll make it through.
Do remember our cancer is as unique to us as our DNA and how we react to each stage of treatment is also different. The worst thing anyone can do is Google. Write down questions as and when they come to you and when you have an appt ask your medical team. They have more info than any of us and the expertise to correlate it all.
I am post 18 months since treatment and was stage 2 and had op and 6 weeks radiation. It's the unknown that makes us lose control and the only way I felt better was to understand it all at every stage completely and ask questions. That made me feel like I had a bit of control over what was happening to me.
We are all there with you. When is your next appt? This forum has been a godsend to me since diagnosis. Just trying to come to terms with the "c" word is hard enough but you got this.
