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Breast Cancer diagnosed 2 December 2018
I was diagnosed with breast cancer and it has been whirlwind from the day of diagnosis which was the 2nd of December to my Surgery 5 days ago. I think I have been on a high, but looks like I am starti...
So sorry to see you here, @Purplepea - but welcome - you are in the right spot for support & buddies who've been thru it before you
It is Totally normal to feel a bit flat after all that - even a bit down and a full range of emotions. A good cry can be quite cathartic, too!!
From detection to surgery is always a big blur - have you received your pathology results yet? That is often a big wait too!
If you have any questions about anything - whack them up either here or in a thread of their own ......
Take care, make haste slowly - enjoy Xmas & New Year - make sure that everyone spoils you rotten! ;) Make sure you keep taking your pain meds until you are sure you don't need them!! ;) Do you have a small long pillow to help prop up the arm of the affected side ..... it can help with your comfort, particularly when sleeping.
cheerio for now xx
It is Totally normal to feel a bit flat after all that - even a bit down and a full range of emotions. A good cry can be quite cathartic, too!!
From detection to surgery is always a big blur - have you received your pathology results yet? That is often a big wait too!
If you have any questions about anything - whack them up either here or in a thread of their own ......
Take care, make haste slowly - enjoy Xmas & New Year - make sure that everyone spoils you rotten! ;) Make sure you keep taking your pain meds until you are sure you don't need them!! ;) Do you have a small long pillow to help prop up the arm of the affected side ..... it can help with your comfort, particularly when sleeping.
cheerio for now xx