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Newly diagnosed and type 1 diabetic
Hello, I am just newly diagnosed (on Friday) and to add another element to this, am type 1 diabetic. I have only been told so far that it is definitely cancer and that it has spread to my lyphnodes. I...
That is wonderful that you have a supportive family, kids & partner - and your workplace will certainly be your 'healing space' xx
All the best with your Surgeon's appt .... make sure you get copies of ALL your medical reports, biopsies etc, and get a special box to put them all in, so you can lay your hands on them, as needed.
Ask your surgeon about a Breast Care Nurse - some surgeons have their own, others would use the McGrath BC Nurses - I am almost certain there is a wonderful breast care nurse at the Mornington Peninsula, tho this article is a few years old now.
Jo Lovelock is a Breast Cancer Nurse, who's HAD breast cancer who you can contact. 0477 770 360
https://www.morningtonpeninsulamagazine.com.au/jos-loving-touch-is-making-a-difference/
Take care xx
All the best with your Surgeon's appt .... make sure you get copies of ALL your medical reports, biopsies etc, and get a special box to put them all in, so you can lay your hands on them, as needed.
Ask your surgeon about a Breast Care Nurse - some surgeons have their own, others would use the McGrath BC Nurses - I am almost certain there is a wonderful breast care nurse at the Mornington Peninsula, tho this article is a few years old now.
Jo Lovelock is a Breast Cancer Nurse, who's HAD breast cancer who you can contact. 0477 770 360
https://www.morningtonpeninsulamagazine.com.au/jos-loving-touch-is-making-a-difference/
Take care xx