The first 24 hours
Was told yesterday that I have breast cancer.
I have no idea the type, severity, outcomes or anything until Monday when I see a specialist. All the worse scenarios keep going through my head. Th...
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Hi
Welcome to the forum but so sorry you had to join us. The emotional upheaval you go through when told you have cancer is mind blowing. But just remember that breast cancer is now very treatable and in most cases, the survival rate is high. Treatment isn't pleasant but you will get through it. Take one day at a time and be prepared for treatment ideas to change between now and any surgery you may need. That quite often happens as they really don't know 100% what's going on until surgery. Take someone with you to appointments. Write down any questions you have and don't be afraid to ask them. Trust me, the doctors have heard it all before. Definitely get a my journey kit. If you don't want to go through it now, you will later. Just know, we all want to get off this bus too. It is just our lot to bare. You will get back on the happy and healthy bus, it's just going to take some time. Hang in there and good luck for Monday. Karen xox