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Hi Michelle

thanks for your letter

so great to hear a positive story

cheers Janice

I am also TNBC, and remember how scared I was looking ahead at treatment.

It is quite doable, so don't worry too much - you are already over the first big hurdle which is surgery.  Chemo was not bad for me, and I hope will be the same for you - just take all the pre & post meds you are given - it is easier to prevent side effects than to fix them.  Are you having a portacath?  If so it will be your new best friend and makes giving the chemo so much easier for you.  I also had radiation after chemo as a precaution - your oncologist will advise you if you need it which you may not!  Take a good sized notebook with you everywhere to note appointments, symptoms, dates, reactions if any, etc.etc.

It might make you feel better to know that there is light at the end of the tunnel - I am back to full health 2 years after surgery and leading a very healthy life.  You will too.  Just take things one day at a time, and don't look too far ahead.  You will get through this!  Big hug.   Michelle x

I am not triple negative,but I just wanted to welcome you to the online network.This is the best place for advice and support,24/7, and when things get a bit tough going,you will always feel better after connecting with someone on here.I was diagnosed almost a year ago.I was scared witless,I was sure my life was coming to an end!! I had a mastectomy,chemo,and now I take tamoxifen.I have never felt healthier,so what you need to try and remember,is that BC these days ,is very treatable.Most ladies go on to live long ,and often healthier,lives.This is a bump in the road!!Stay on here,and any questions you have,just put them up.No question is silly,and you will always find someone who has experienced what you have.Take care.CheersxoxRobyn

I am not triple negative,but I just wanted to welcome you to the online network.This is the best place for advice and support,24/7, and when things get a bit tough going,you will always feel better after connecting with someone on here.I was diagnosed almost a year ago.I was scared witless,I was sure my life was coming to an end!! I had a mastectomy,chemo,and now I take tamoxifen.I have never felt healthier,so what you need to try and remember,is that BC these days ,is very treatable.Most ladies go on to live long ,and often healthier,lives.This is a bump in the road!!Stay on here,and any questions you have,just put them up.No question is silly,and you will always find someone who has experienced what you have.Take care.CheersxoxRobyn