Scared
Hi my name is Jane I am 35 and I was diagnosed with breast cancer 4 weeks ago. I had a masectomy on my right breast 2 days later and am starting chemo in a couple of weeks.
I am petrified about star...
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I was worried about how I would cope with the side effects from chemo as well with young children. I am studying and working as well and dont want to give up my position. I had my first chemo 9 days ago and for the first 5 days I felt dreadful and had trouble functioning and relied heavily on my husband to do everything, but then i turned a corner on day 6 and started to feel better. I went back to work and have been able to function pretty well since. My kids were a lot more understanding than I expected as well. Hopefully you are one of the lucky ones and have minimal side effects, If not though, they do disappear x
I feel the same regarding peoples pity. I was upfront with my family and told them that I am happy for their love and support but do not want their pity or sadness. It is also important to know that they are also dealing with the news and sometimes I find myself reassuring upset friends, which is ok too. x