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Hi, I'm Barbara. I started my BC journey on 7th May. I had a lumpectomy for the removal of 44mm lump with 5 satellites on 4th June and then a further anxcillery clearance on 16th June. 9 of 15 lymph...
Dear @Barbara63
Welcome! We know you would much rather not be here but you are very welcome irrespective! It’s a good place to talk, say what you like - letting feelings out is an important part of recovery. Like you, I had no breast cancer (any cancer for that matter) in my family, and yes, it’s a shock. Your prognosis is good but don’t underestimate what a potential brush with death can do to your equilibrium - at any age! There’s no ‘can’t talk about that’ list here. COVID makes things harder, as everyone has an additional layer of anxiety. So chat, vent, laugh - especially laugh! Even bc can have its funny, bizarre side. Best wishes.
Welcome! We know you would much rather not be here but you are very welcome irrespective! It’s a good place to talk, say what you like - letting feelings out is an important part of recovery. Like you, I had no breast cancer (any cancer for that matter) in my family, and yes, it’s a shock. Your prognosis is good but don’t underestimate what a potential brush with death can do to your equilibrium - at any age! There’s no ‘can’t talk about that’ list here. COVID makes things harder, as everyone has an additional layer of anxiety. So chat, vent, laugh - especially laugh! Even bc can have its funny, bizarre side. Best wishes.