Afraid

I was told on 18th December I had breast cancer & found in several lymph nodes as well. Biopsy's have been taken & had CT scan yesterday. Won't get results of what type of cancer it is until 2nd January but told by consultant at Breast Clinic to expect lumpectomy, removal of lymph nodes, chemotherapy & radiotherapy. Feeling overwhelmed, anxious & exhausted. I'm 44 with three teenage children. I'm petrified of leaving them & waiting to hear results is awful. I'm worried CT will show cancer else where. The fact it's in lymph nodes really bothers me. Any success stories of people will similar issues would be good or to talk to anyone at same early stage. Just want Christmas over & to get to 2nd January so I know what I'm dealing with. 

  • yes Christmas Eve would have been horrible to find out something like that. 

    I’m sorry your children are having to go through this too. I’m so devastated for my children but they’re coping so well. My son seems to be just getting on with it and my daughter is asking hundreds of questions and is very snuggly, but seems ok. 

    Christmas is a nice distraction for now. I’m trying to prepare them that I will feel poorly with the special medicine the doctors will be giving me to get rid of the cancer. 

    I don’t know if I’m saying the right things or not! 

    I really hope you manage to have a lovely Christmas with your family (even with all your thoughts your having). 

    Big hugs xx