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Flight or fight
A little more about my journey.
I was diagnosed with breast cancer prior to Christmas. Decided not to tell my Mum and Sister until after Christmas so Christmas wouldn’t be spoilt, had a great day so the I think although hard was the correct decision for me. Plus when I did tell them over a morning tea I had more information to give.
I had a lumpectomy and nodes removed.
The lump was upgraded after surgery so I am now on the Chemo path.
on the morning of my first chemo I awoke with the overwhelming urge to run the fear of the unknown was strong. Running was not an option so first chemo here I come.
every one was lovely and I soon felt
more at ease with the process.
( hopefully I haven’t over shared)
Has anyone else out there felt this fight / flight?
I was diagnosed with breast cancer prior to Christmas. Decided not to tell my Mum and Sister until after Christmas so Christmas wouldn’t be spoilt, had a great day so the I think although hard was the correct decision for me. Plus when I did tell them over a morning tea I had more information to give.
I had a lumpectomy and nodes removed.
The lump was upgraded after surgery so I am now on the Chemo path.
on the morning of my first chemo I awoke with the overwhelming urge to run the fear of the unknown was strong. Running was not an option so first chemo here I come.
every one was lovely and I soon felt
more at ease with the process.
( hopefully I haven’t over shared)
Has anyone else out there felt this fight / flight?
11 Replies
- Well done on taking control and making Xmas 'easier' for your family, even tho tough on you - I did the same, @D2Dizzy - and great that you could then give them more info at the same time.
I think the flight/fight response is quite normal - just fear of the unknown .... and that is terrific you get on so well with your team. The Onc Staff are a special breed of people, I find. If you have any questions or concerns, just ring them!
Take care & all the best for your ongoing treatment xx
