Breast cancer and pregnancy

Hi all,

I've posted on here a couple of times before but as with everything in life, things just get more complicated. I have an oestrogen positive BC diagnosis confirmed on 2nd Feb. A lumpectomy was booked for next Friday 5th March. My period is late, only by a few days, but as my pre op was tomorrow, I thought I'd do a pregnancy test to put my mind at rest. Well it only came back positive. So at 36 I have breast cancer and I've just found out I'm about 4/5 weeks pregnant. 
 

I called the breast care nurse straightaway. My case was discussed again at MDT this afternoon and my surgery has been postponed until I have made a decision. It was a complete 'accident' and as fate would have it I don't already have kids. I get it's my decision to either wait until 12 weeks for surgery or have a termination, but I just wondered if anyone has been in a similar situation and what were the things that when through your mind. Mine is spinning at the minute!

xxx

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  • Hello Em

    I'm so sorry to hear about the situation you find yourself in. What a difficult time this is for you. 

    If you'd like to have a chat with one of our nurses you're most welcome to give them a call. Sometimes it can help to bounce things off someone who isn't directly involved in your situation and I'm sure they would be happy to listen. If you want to speak to them they're available Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Keep in touch Em and let us know how you get on. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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  • Hello Em

    I'm so sorry to hear about the situation you find yourself in. What a difficult time this is for you. 

    If you'd like to have a chat with one of our nurses you're most welcome to give them a call. Sometimes it can help to bounce things off someone who isn't directly involved in your situation and I'm sure they would be happy to listen. If you want to speak to them they're available Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Keep in touch Em and let us know how you get on. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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