Feeling like a failure
Hi. I was diagnosed with breast cancer in both breasts, two weeks ago and am heading in for surgery on the 13 February. I am having a bilateral mastectomy. To be honest l am not overly concerned. ...
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My neck and shoulder issues improved dramatically following bilateral mastectomy even with reconstruction as much lighter than before. It is relief to have the surgery as hard as tbat day is.
Emotions can be many things through this journey and most us blame ourselves for cancer. Thoughts like.... We didn't eat right. We didn't exercise enough. We deserved it.... But the reality is people can do all those things and still get breast cancer.
So lovely be kind to you. You're embarking on a difficult journey and being your own best friend is one of the most important things you can do for yourself. And we are here to listen...cause we get it.... whenever you need to connect. X
Emotions can be many things through this journey and most us blame ourselves for cancer. Thoughts like.... We didn't eat right. We didn't exercise enough. We deserved it.... But the reality is people can do all those things and still get breast cancer.
So lovely be kind to you. You're embarking on a difficult journey and being your own best friend is one of the most important things you can do for yourself. And we are here to listen...cause we get it.... whenever you need to connect. X