Hi to all you amazing people, my name is Kerry and 2 weeks ago today I was diagnosed with BC. I've been hoping that this is a really bad dream but alas it isn't. I have kept working but every day has been a struggle - every minute feels like an hour. My days are long but the nights are longer I have had little sleep

Kerry , you are not alone. That feeling of waking up everyday and realizing you are living your worst nightmarre. That feeling when you look at your loved ones and think what on earth is going to happen. That not knowing of the future. Not wanting to make plans. Looking in the mirror at no hair wondering who is this person. Its hard and its not fair and it is soul destroying. BUT all the lovely ladies above help me and all the other people like us who find ourselves here as a last resort. They do show us that there is hope and that we just have to try and stay focused and not let this diagnosis destroy us. Im struggling everyday, in pain atm after a bilateral mastectomy 2 weeks ago and thinking that this pain I am going through better bloody well pay off! We can wish this away as much as we like but all we can do is what we are advised, eat well, exercise and do everything possible. All we can do is live for today and try and block out that fear. If I come up with a solution on how to make this easier I will be sure to let you know. Fixing things is what I do and leaving it to hope is not working that well but we must soldier on. Love to you from me. Your not alone ( Although it feels that way, I know)

Yes many a walls scrubbed and cupboards cleaned.while waiting. There are so many amazi f woman to help you along here. Im 5 years post and yes its a terrible news to get but you grt through it, changed yes. I met and made great friends through bc thst was a positive and l got to join great woman here. All the best adean xx

Hi Kerry. Sorry to hear about your diagnosis. This is a wonderful forum for support and general questions etc. from a bunch of amazing, wise and experienced ladies (and a couple of men, too). It's all very confusing and overwhelming in the early days, but once you've seen your breast specialist and have a treatment plan you'll feel more in control. We're here for you xxxooo

This sort of waiting must be very hard - I was lucky, 2 days between confirmed diagnosis and surgery. Yes it was a bit of a blur but with hindsight that was easier than waiting. Once you know what's ahead, you can start planning for that and feel a lot more focussed. I did keep working, through treatment too, and found that helped me keep busy and positive but it doesn't work for everyone. I hope you will be seeing your breast specialist very soon and start to see a way through it all. Best wishes.

Welcome Kerry. Try to enjoy a good movie or something late at night. Its a bit like Tinnitus sufferers, using something else to mask the irritation. Look for your blessings and try and enjoy the little things we often miss when so busy with life. Hugz <3

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Afraser
Member
8 years ago
This sort of waiting must be very hard - I was lucky, 2 days between confirmed diagnosis and surgery. Yes it was a bit of a blur but with hindsight that was easier than waiting. Once you know what's ahead, you can start planning for that and feel a lot more focussed. I did keep working, through treatment too, and found that helped me keep busy and positive but it doesn't work for everyone. I hope you will be seeing your breast specialist very soon and start to see a way through it all. Best wishes.
primek
Member
8 years ago
Hi Kerry and welcome. I know the 2 weeks I tried to keep working I was a mess. I'd have been lucky to have had an hour sleep. I did what I could until surgery.

Have you had your breast surgeon appointment yet?

Also you may have found this but this link has great info and the kit is a fabulous resource.

https://www.bcna.org.au/resources/my-journey-kit/

Ask away any questions you might have and we can hopefully point you in the right direction. Kath x
Molly001
Member
8 years ago
Hi Kerry. Sorry to hear about your diagnosis. This is a wonderful forum for support and general questions etc. from a bunch of amazing, wise and experienced ladies (and a couple of men, too). It's all very confusing and overwhelming in the early days, but once you've seen your breast specialist and have a treatment plan you'll feel more in control. We're here for you xxxooo

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