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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Hi Jane.....just wanted to reply as I totally understand how you are feeling especially having a young family to deal with as well.
I finished chemo mid January and luckily found it quite OK apart from a few hiccups along the way. I have two children & felt the best thing was to involve them & be honest & open about what was happening....they have come through the other end really well.
When I started losing my hair (day 14 after first chemo & I must admit was dreadful for me!) I let them play hairdressers taking turns with the clippers. This made them feel less anxious about seeing me with no hair plus involving them & trying to make a positive experience for them rather than a frightening one.
I too had a right breast mastectomy (in Oct '13) and had cording. I've been having regular physio and it has only recently disappeared at last......due to a seroma issue I had I wasn't able to exercise the arm as much as I should've but I think if you are able, make sure to do lots of stretching etc.
Like you, the pity eyes etc at the school gate and doing grocery shopping took a lot of getting used to....especially wearing head scarves.....but really, you do adapt and each day gets easier!
Sending you cyber hugs & best wishes to you Jane.....Jenny x