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FreckledGalaxy
7 years agoMember
It’s new so I’m new
Hi everyone, I’ve been diagnosed with DCIS on October 3rd. Left side. By my next appointment on the 22nd I’m supposed to decide on whether to have a lumpectomy or mastectomy. And then surgery is m...
iserbrown
7 years agoMember
@FreckledGalaxy
Welcome to the forum! By the sound of your post you are in a world of who the, what the! One of our ladies on here @soldiercrab has put together this information:
Welcome to the forum! By the sound of your post you are in a world of who the, what the! One of our ladies on here @soldiercrab has put together this information:
Below are a couple of links to help you find your
way around the forum and also how to find a breast care nurse and how to order
a MY journey Kit if you haven't got one yet.
It can be a whirlwind when we first get a
diagnosed.... Breathe and take it one step at a time.
The what and how thread.
http://onlinenetwork.bcna.org.au/discussion/14879/the-what-and-how-thread/p1
Breast Care Nurses
https://www.mcgrathfoundation.com.au/OurMission/OurNurses/FindANurse.aspx
My Journey Kits and other resources.
https://www.bcna.org.au/resources/
BCNA Helpline 1800 500 258
If you have any questions, concerns or require any further information
or support please call 1800 500 258. The Helpline is open Monday,
Wednesday and Friday from 9 am till 5 pm EST and Tuesday and Thursday from 9 am
till 9 pm EST.
How to understand your pathology reports
Also,
https://www.bcna.org.au/understanding-breast-cancer/types-of-breast-cancer/
and consider joining one of the groups for further information
https://onlinenetwork.bcna.org.au/group/1-choosing-breast-reconstruction
There's a bit to absorb but once you have your My Journey Kit and taken a few deep breaths you will be able to better understand and others will come on here and help you through
Take care