3 types of cancer, how do I not live in fear?
I had Hodgkin's Lymphoma 23 years ago. Was successfully treated with radiation therapy +surgery. 10years later they confirmed I had what is now considered an overdose of radiation (standard amount a...
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@Delos
Don't know what to say except we are here to help you through this! Can't imagine for one minute how you feel! The fear that you mention, living in limbo...….it was good to read that your Drs are being very careful and ordering tests to head off anything else and to put your at ease! Goodness it has been a long haul for you.
Not sure how long you have been part of the network and if you have taken advantage of the resources available.
Our @SoldierCrab has put this list together - I hope it helps you to understand where you are at and to get resources to help you
https://www.bcna.org.au/understanding-breast-cancer/types-of-breast-cancer/
Take care
Don't know what to say except we are here to help you through this! Can't imagine for one minute how you feel! The fear that you mention, living in limbo...….it was good to read that your Drs are being very careful and ordering tests to head off anything else and to put your at ease! Goodness it has been a long haul for you.
Not sure how long you have been part of the network and if you have taken advantage of the resources available.
Our @SoldierCrab has put this list together - I hope it helps you to understand where you are at and to get resources to help you
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
This link you can click on the type that matches your diagnosis and hopefully gives you a better understanding and helps with questions or to formulate questions for your next visit
https://www.bcna.org.au/understanding-breast-cancer/types-of-breast-cancer/
Take care