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SueVR's avatar
SueVR
Member
13 years ago

So Very Scared

The day for my Right breast masectomy is almost here and I am starting to get very scared, nervous and emotional. After 5 months of chemo, I thought I would be a little tougher. But as it is getting closer to Tuesday, I am getting more anxious.

I don't know if having Chemo first means that I have had longer to think about it, or if I am better prepared but it is still such a scary time. I know that most of you ladies had your surgery first so most probably had very little time to prepare, but I am starting to think having 5 months to think about it might be harder.

I have been reading lost of posts from many of you which has helped, but now I just have to stay strong and know that this is what is needed to help my longer term prognosis. Doesn't help putting it like that but sounds like the right thing to say. Sue

chemotherapy
mastectomy

4 Replies

  • Traceylee's avatar
    Traceylee
    Member
    13 years ago
    Hi Sue Have been thinking of you. Hope everything went ok on a tuesday. I am here if you need to talk n Xx Tracet-Lee
  • NarelleF's avatar
    NarelleF
    Member
    13 years ago
    Hi SueMy thoughts are with you - will have more strenght than you think.  I was diagnosed in March 2012, I had a lumpectomy followed by Chemo & Radiation.  My last treatment being the 28.11.12.Yes our journey is a long one but be rest assured you will have & I am sure have the most positive people around you.  I will be thinking of you as your surgery draws near and will look forward to hearing from you afterwards.Narelle xxxxxx
  • Jenw's avatar
    Jenw
    Member
    13 years ago

    Hi Sue,

    I had my right breast total masectomy in Janurary, now half way through my Chemo, believe me the masectomy was not that bad pain wise, was more emotional than painful, you have done the hard part which is the chemo, so you a very strong & please believe me when I say that you came through chemo you will be surprised how well you do with the operation. My thoughts are with you. Yes its OK to be scared, but you will be OK.  I'm finding Chemo 100% harder than the op.

    Jennyxxxxxx

  • Mich_x's avatar
    Mich_x
    Member
    13 years ago
    Hey SueMy thoughts are with you for your surgery as it draws closer.  As your Onc put it you have already run a large part of the marathon.You are lucky in that you have had time to prepare yourself for your surgery and for what you are about to go through.  I think this will help you.I am sure you are scared but you would have been scared about chemo of which you have obviously come through the other side so I am sure you will draw on your strength and use all your might to get through this.I will be thinking of you and sending you huge healing hugs and strong healthy thoughts on the day.Lots of love, Mich xoxo