27 year old lobular carcinoma
Hi there, I’m 27 and based in Brisbane just now. 12 days ago I was diagnosed with invasive lobular carcinoma. I don’t yet know lymph involvement but am guessing it’s likely (nothing showed on USS o...
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@youngdogmum I suspected there might have been a bit of ''old school" going on. The better safe than sorry approach certainly has its merits and your age probably works in your favour when it comes to recovery and managing any side effects. Small comfort that, I'm sure.
Many of us have found the axillary clearance the most challenging aspect of the surgical process so please be pushy about getting adequate after care. I'm not trying to frighten you but I'm also very aware that we don't always get all the information we need in advance. Admittedly, it's difficult to understand what it feels like to have had someone ferreting around in your armpit so that may explain it sometimes gets overlooked when the cancer itself is the main focus, but it's very important to work on redeveloping those lymphatic pathways.
You may be surprised at how little help you need through your treatment. I was a single mum when I was first diagnosed and really didn't need much assistance. I'm a grumpy old bitch ( have been since I was in primary school) so found people fussing around me terribly irritating. You will manage this the same way you have managed any other crisis in your life. If you like having people jump in and support you, it's very likely you already have those types in your life. If you prefer to run the show yourself, don't let anyone try to fiddle with that.
Try to stage any visitors so they dont arrive enmasse. This, as you know, will probably be a long haul. There will be lots of opportunities for people to help, they don't all have to jump on a plane tomorrow.
Keep an eye on hubby and use your breast care nurse if you think he needs some individual support. There is counseling available for both of you, use it if you need it. Good luck. MXX
Many of us have found the axillary clearance the most challenging aspect of the surgical process so please be pushy about getting adequate after care. I'm not trying to frighten you but I'm also very aware that we don't always get all the information we need in advance. Admittedly, it's difficult to understand what it feels like to have had someone ferreting around in your armpit so that may explain it sometimes gets overlooked when the cancer itself is the main focus, but it's very important to work on redeveloping those lymphatic pathways.
You may be surprised at how little help you need through your treatment. I was a single mum when I was first diagnosed and really didn't need much assistance. I'm a grumpy old bitch ( have been since I was in primary school) so found people fussing around me terribly irritating. You will manage this the same way you have managed any other crisis in your life. If you like having people jump in and support you, it's very likely you already have those types in your life. If you prefer to run the show yourself, don't let anyone try to fiddle with that.
Try to stage any visitors so they dont arrive enmasse. This, as you know, will probably be a long haul. There will be lots of opportunities for people to help, they don't all have to jump on a plane tomorrow.
Keep an eye on hubby and use your breast care nurse if you think he needs some individual support. There is counseling available for both of you, use it if you need it. Good luck. MXX