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Hi all I was diagnosed with Early BC on 1 Aug and had my surgery last Friday 11 Aug. Am home now feeling sore, tired and still overwhelmed. Most of all I feel guilty that I can't look after my family...
Welcome to the blog @Lozz - sorry to see that you've also joined us here! Maybe copy your post & also post it as 'its own thread' .... so people can respond to your post 'in kind' ..... and DEFINITELY check out Charlotte Tottman's podcasts .... she's 'been there, done that', so knows exactly what we've been thru.
Please ring our helpline (Mon-Fri) on 1800 500 258 if you feel overwhelmed ... or as your Breast Care Nurse to arrange some counselling for you ...... You may need a break from work, for you own health benefit .... see how you go - if a trusted few know about your diagnosis, it will definitely relieve some of the anxiety you may be feeling. Some work thru, others have a break .... it all depends on what mix you have & the side effects. xx.
take care & all the best with your chemo, and look after YOU just now ..... Put yourself FIRST - you will not regret it later on xx
Please ring our helpline (Mon-Fri) on 1800 500 258 if you feel overwhelmed ... or as your Breast Care Nurse to arrange some counselling for you ...... You may need a break from work, for you own health benefit .... see how you go - if a trusted few know about your diagnosis, it will definitely relieve some of the anxiety you may be feeling. Some work thru, others have a break .... it all depends on what mix you have & the side effects. xx.
take care & all the best with your chemo, and look after YOU just now ..... Put yourself FIRST - you will not regret it later on xx