Sorry to see you both join our exclusive little club, @JodieMaree & @JJM - the one no one wants to join :(
The lack of sleep is debilitating ..... Melatonin tablets work for some .... chat with your GP - they may suggest a low dose sleeping tablet too, like Temase (it gives about 4hrs of sleep) & the hope is that once asleep, you stay asleep for longer than the 4hrs! Even taking 1/2 a one, can help you nod off ....
The whole thing is a real roller coaster ride after you get your diagnosis - especially for your brain & emotions - disbelief too xx.
I was on HRT 20 years ago & got an 'abnormal reading' & was called back 3 times - it seems the testosterone component of the HRT was causing the abnormal readings, so I had to go off it too :(
15 years later, just months after a clear Breastscreen NSW mammogram, my GP found my lump during a routine visit .... and the start of my own BC experience! grrr
Feel free to jump onto this thread (lots of general info on the forum, including suggestions of what to take to hospital with you, and 'tick sheets' for self assessing how you are going.) Also links to some of our 'off topic' threads, where we can show off our gardens, pets, crafts & cooking skills! ;)
https://onlinenetwork.bcna.org.au/discussion/23477/a-big-welcome-to-all-our-new-members#latestMake sure you take a trusted friend/partner with you to your appointments & also consider recording your meetings, as it is almost impossible to remember everything that was said xx
take care & all the best for your upcoming procedures xx
