Emotions - the adventure begins
Wow! I have a strong family history of breast cancer and other women's cancer, but I never really thought it would happen to me. It's been 16 days of shock, sadness, anger, tears and laughter. after ...
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Hi, welcome to the site but I'm so sorry you have had to join us. it's such an awful time on so many levels. The waiting, the not knowing, the dealing with others reactions. Surround yourself with those who are going to support you. Unfortunately it seems to be that you will definitely learn who your real friends are at this time.
It will all seem to go in a blur until you know exactly what you are dealing with and what your treatment will be. It is very scary but breast cancer has a high survival rate and is very treatable. Treatment sucks but you will get through it, we all do, and you will receive lots of support from here. Try to plan something nice for yourself whilst you are waiting. Take one step at a time and one day at a time and you will get through this. Take care and all the very best for your surgery. Karen xox