Finally feeling like a 'cancer patient'

Hi Ness,

Sorry to hear about how you're feeling, and it's totally understandable. I've just had my 2nd last chemo, and after the last in 3 weeks still have op and radiation to go, followed by herceptin for the rest of the year. I have some amazingly supportive friends but it's hard not to feel alone when no-one understands fully unless they've been through it, and through it so young. And yes, the tiredness is completely frustrating. I've just turned 28, and it's scary thinking that while I'm ready to go out and experience life again after this awful diagnosis, I know it'll always hang over me in some way. I've found speaking to a professional helps, someone who deals with cancer patients. Maybe something to look into? It's shown me how strong I really am, which has surprised me, and helps me to tackle those day to day upsets that occur here and there. Whatever you find helps, I hope the feelings don't linger long. You're doing amazingly. Thinking of you, Em x