Introducing Me
Hello. I was diagnosed on 25 March. I'd seen a lump on my right breast in the bathroom mirror and went to my GP. I've had a lumpectomy and sentinel nodes removed. They didn't expect to find any...
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And don't let the 5-year thing do your head in. It's just a number based on a timeframe that's easy to collect info on. You will come to understand more as you go ahead. I did IVF too (my petri dish bunny was about 12 when I was diagnosed) and one thing it did do is get rid of any embarrassment around physical examinations. Do stay away from Dr Google - a lot of rubbish and outdated information out there. If you want to do some online research, stick to the authoritative sites.
You will get through this no matter what treatments are thrown at you even if it seems right now that it's impossible. One step at a time. It can be overwhelming at times so don't hesitate to access counselling if you need it.
You will get through this no matter what treatments are thrown at you even if it seems right now that it's impossible. One step at a time. It can be overwhelming at times so don't hesitate to access counselling if you need it.