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LeonieV
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12 years ago

Just diagnosed - feeling very lost

Hello, I've never done an online blog before - so I hope I don't stuff it up! I've just been diagnosed with grade 3 invasive ductal carcinoma in my right breast (with postive lymph node).  Its a triple negative cancer.  I'm quite overwhelmed and trying to fgiure out what path to choose and medical teams and surgeons and reconstructive surgeons!  I was confirmed BRCA1 gene mutation a couple of years ago.  I thought I'd have more time.  I live in Perth (but I'm from QLD).  I'd love to hear from people about how to move forward. 

I'm single, and haven't had children (neither by active choice - life just turned out that way unfortunately).

I'm working on staying really positve - but am struggling a little bit. Thank you!

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    KerrynMacdonald
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    12 years ago

    Hey Leonie,

    I'm so sorry to hear about your diagnosis. Completely understand your feeling of being overwhelmed, there's a lot of information coming at you from all sides, particularly in the early stages. Strongly recommend taking a notepad to all your appointments as it's way too hard to remember everything they tell you! Take your time talking to different health care professionals, get second or third opinions if you feel you want them! And remember, there's no right or wrong decision, just the one that's right for you!

    I'm also a young (27), single, childless lady in Perth - so you aren't alone! If you want any recommendations on Perth doctors or fertility treatment feel free to send me a private message :) There's lots of women on here that will be invaluable resources to you.

    Take it one day at a time. Keep staying positive :)

    All the best,
    Kerryn