Forum Discussion

LindaN's avatar
LindaN
Member
11 years ago

The beginning of my BC Journey

So hard to believe how your whole world can be turned upside down in one Dr's consultation.  Breast Cancer...me????  It still seems unbelievable.  Over the past 12 days I have been through the barrage of Mamograms, biopsies, Research programme, MRI, CT scans, blood tests.  The bone scan to go and then in 2 more days I will be sitting in the Surgeons office for the first time to finally be informed of what I am really facing.  I have been through a roller coaster of emotions, sad, scared, disbelief but am so blessed to have so much wonderful family and friends that love and support me.  I feel resigned that there is no point stressing...it is what it is.  I will be incredibly relieved if the surgeon's reports it is only what I have already been advised:

6.5cm mass and 6mm lump in right breast only and lymph nodes all positive for cancer.  I will love my life and treat myself with all the love and respect I deserve.  Deep breath...for today I will just breathe.

biopsy
coping
mammogram

34 Replies

Sort By
Show More
  • LindaN's avatar
    LindaN
    Member
    11 years ago

    Thanks so much for your support Jecca.  It's lovely to know there are others who do understand some of the whirlwind that goes on in your life after diagnosis. 

    Good luck with your chemo journey in March.  BC is something that nothing can really prepare you for... it does help hearing from others who have come out the other side.  

    Take care of yourself too.

    Linda :)

  • LindaN's avatar
    LindaN
    Member
    11 years ago

    Thanks so much for your support Jecca.  It's lovely to know there are others who do understand some of the whirlwind that goes on in your life after diagnosis. 

    Good luck with your chemo journey in March.  BC is something that nothing can really prepare you for... it does help hearing from others who have come out the other side.  

    Take care of yourself too.

    Linda :)

  • Jecca's avatar
    Jecca
    Member
    11 years ago
    Hi Linda, I am just a couple of steps in front of you. I was diagnosed on the 21st of jan, had that whirlwind of tests, where your head never really stops spinning, and you are still thinking really, me?? I have now had surgery and start chemo on the 6th of March. Feel very overwhelmed by it all. Any time you want to chat let me know. My knowledge and experienced is very very limited, but I have a fair idea how you are feeling! Look after yourself. Jecca
  • Jecca's avatar
    Jecca
    Member
    11 years ago
    Hi Linda, I am just a couple of steps in front of you. I was diagnosed on the 21st of jan, had that whirlwind of tests, where your head never really stops spinning, and you are still thinking really, me?? I have now had surgery and start chemo on the 6th of March. Feel very overwhelmed by it all. Any time you want to chat let me know. My knowledge and experienced is very very limited, but I have a fair idea how you are feeling! Look after yourself. Jecca
  • LindaN's avatar
    LindaN
    Member
    11 years ago

    Thanks for your encouragment and support Robyn.  So nice to be able to connect with others who are going through a similar journey.  It doesn't feel so alone.  I will be releived to get the official grading, at least knowing what I am dealing with I'm hoping will feel better than the agony of the dreaded wait.

    Lovely to hear from you.  Linda xxx

  • Robyn_W's avatar
    Robyn_W
    Member
    11 years ago
    Welcome to the online network Linda:) This place,as you are about to discover,is the best place ever,for support and advice,as you begin and navigate your way through the Breast cancer experience.It is something that none of us wanted,but these days,in this wonderful country,BC is very treatable.Most ladies go on to live long,healthy lives.I was diagnosed 16 months ago.I have had a mastectomy and chemo,and I have never felt better!!!The best advice that I can give you at the moment,is to take things ONE DAY AT A TIME.Be guided by your doctors,because even though we have a lot in common,every one of us has a different diagnosis.Some things the same,some things not.Stay in touch on here as there is always someoneonline to chat to or ask advice of.All the best Linda.Cheers xoxRobyn
  • Robyn_W's avatar
    Robyn_W
    Member
    11 years ago
    Welcome to the online network Linda:) This place,as you are about to discover,is the best place ever,for support and advice,as you begin and navigate your way through the Breast cancer experience.It is something that none of us wanted,but these days,in this wonderful country,BC is very treatable.Most ladies go on to live long,healthy lives.I was diagnosed 16 months ago.I have had a mastectomy and chemo,and I have never felt better!!!The best advice that I can give you at the moment,is to take things ONE DAY AT A TIME.Be guided by your doctors,because even though we have a lot in common,every one of us has a different diagnosis.Some things the same,some things not.Stay in touch on here as there is always someoneonline to chat to or ask advice of.All the best Linda.Cheers xoxRobyn