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I’m 59yo and newly diagnosed with breast cancer. I’m really not sure I get what is going on either because I’m just slow or it’s just not all clear yet so I feel confused, in total panic and th...
Hi Susan
I found this part of the process the most stressful and it was at times overwhelming.
I was given details of the the McGrath Nurses in my area when I received my initial diagnosis from Breast Screen NT and I contacted them myself. However, one of the nurses also attended my first meeting with my oncologist, so they would have contacted me regardless. They seem to be firmly embedded in the system in Darwin.
The McGrath Nurses have been wonderful, and I would try and get in contact with them as soon as you can. Your GP should be able to give you their details. They answered all my questions, helped organise appointments and continue to be involved 2 years down the track.
Once I got my full diagnosis and treatment plan I felt a lot better and more in control.
All the best, Katie