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donnafischer
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10 years ago

Newbie finding her feet

Hi guys, I'm really trying to navigate my way round here. Anyhow, I'm new (lol) I was diagnosed on Friday 8th with breast cancer (biopsy was not definitive as to type etc) just used the words invasive carcinoma. So Feb 4th I am having a wide excision ? and the sentinel nodes removed and then radiation after that unless the pathology requires I go down the chemo path.  I lost my you know what for a few days, but after a rush of appointments, its really weird. Life is as normal. I dont know what I'm supposed to feel because I feel very normal. There's nothing to do, or worry about because we know its cancer. I find this to be a very bizarre stage. I did have an appointment with a social worker/counsellor and found that useful because i was stressing about not stressing. 

So I just go to work (I actually work for my gp) and do my usual stuff. Occasionally something pops up and a worry for a bit, but then that passes. I dont really know what questions to ask as everything is hinging on the pathology result.

Has anyone else felt like this?  :)

Donna.

 

 

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    Tracey62
    Member
    10 years ago

    Hi Donna,

    so sorry you need to be on this site but glad that you found it. Really helps to chat with other ladies about what you are going through. Weird feeling so healthy and normal but knowing you have bc. Feelings change each step along your treatment and this is a safe place to share how you feel. 

    Just to let you know, when you post in the SE QLD support group, it won't show up on the main blog page ( this site can be difficult to navigate).  Usually that means only others in that group can read your post. Try the "post" tab on the main blog page and you might get more responses.

    have you ordered a copy of the My Journey kit on the opening page of BCNA? It is packed with info, might help you sort out what questions you need answered. I wish you all the best for the weeks and months to come. Know that we are here for you, Tracey??