Overwhelmed by what I do not know..
I have been diagnosed late last year, by chance, during a routine check up. I am 36 and what was originally thought to be a 1cm cancer, apparently turned out to be a 8cm cancer with lymph nodes affec...
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Hi @Fernweh
I live just over the border in the Tweed area but as you are in Brisbane you will possibly be going to one of the major hospitals in Brisbane and they will most likely link you with a breast care nurse when you have your first visit.
From what I understand there are some excellent hospitals in Brisbane and I am sure there will be groups that you can also join if you wish to - this information will also be available at the hospital or through your breast care nurse.
Otherwise you can call (or go online) to McGrath https://www.mcgrathfoundation.com.au/get-support/find-a-nurse/ to find your nearest breast care nurse if you wish to.
Just take things one step at a time, there is plenty to think of and do. You may find that it is helpful to take someone with you to appointments as it can be a bit of information overload and often it is hard to remember all that is said.
@Afraser provided some very good advice above :)
Perhaps if you do another 'New Discussion' titled something like 'Looking to connect with anyone in the North Brisbane area' you might get some connections
Take care, best wishes <3 <3
ps I found MooGoo products lovely to use when going through chemo
I live just over the border in the Tweed area but as you are in Brisbane you will possibly be going to one of the major hospitals in Brisbane and they will most likely link you with a breast care nurse when you have your first visit.
From what I understand there are some excellent hospitals in Brisbane and I am sure there will be groups that you can also join if you wish to - this information will also be available at the hospital or through your breast care nurse.
Otherwise you can call (or go online) to McGrath https://www.mcgrathfoundation.com.au/get-support/find-a-nurse/ to find your nearest breast care nurse if you wish to.
Just take things one step at a time, there is plenty to think of and do. You may find that it is helpful to take someone with you to appointments as it can be a bit of information overload and often it is hard to remember all that is said.
@Afraser provided some very good advice above :)
Perhaps if you do another 'New Discussion' titled something like 'Looking to connect with anyone in the North Brisbane area' you might get some connections
Take care, best wishes <3 <3
ps I found MooGoo products lovely to use when going through chemo