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CanberraCraftyC
Member
11 years ago

new diagnosis

My sister was diagnosed in November 2014, at her request I went and had an updated mammogram. I wasn't concerned, I didn't have a lump or any changes. However, I was very wrong. I was diagnosed with the same cancer in the same breast as my sister....DCIS. We have both had surgery, I also need radiation,  that is yet to start.

For me this journey has been very emotional,  I have been shocked at how much I can cry and what little things can set me off.

A lot of the emotion has to do with the background of my current life, last year I had both knees replaced and I am still in recovery mode for those. I also have a son 23 year old with aspergers syndrome (mild for of autism), he does not handle things when I am sick. That causes a lot of stress interested home.

My husband, family and friends are all supportive. Having a sister go through a similar journey at the same time does make the travelling easier.

Cheers, Christina. 

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  • shaza2015's avatar
    shaza2015
    Member
    11 years ago
    That's really hard Christina. I know what you mean though. I had knee surgery last year and still not completely ok. I also asked my sister to go and get checked. She has an appointment on Tuesday on her birthday. I pray its negative as she also has other issues in her life at present. She is trying to help me while I get through this so......look after yourself. Be gentle. At least it's early, thankfully. i know I'm going to need chemo and possibly radiotherapy too depending on what they find on the 17th. Till then I will also take it a day at a time and be kind to myself. Xxx Shaza
  • LindaN's avatar
    LindaN
    Member
    11 years ago

    Hi Christina

    It sounds like you have so much going on all at once! I too have had a recent diagnosis and can understand a little of the emotional roller coaster you are talking about.  I am seeing my surgeon this week for full diagnosis and treatment plan. 

    It must be hard struggling with your recent knee surgery as well. Sending my love and kind thoughts your way. It's great we can reach out through this website to support each other.  You must be a very caring person to others - for your sister, your son, your family. Take care of yourself too Hun.  

    LindaN xx

  • kelwar69's avatar
    kelwar69
    Member
    11 years ago

    Hi Christina

    Thank you for sharing your story.  It sounds like you have a lot on your plate at the moment.  Take one day at a time and my advice is to rest as much as possible.  I hope your son will settle and feel more comfortable when he sees that you are feeling better as time goes on. 

    My thoughts are with you and your sister at this time.

    Be kind to yourself and look forward to a brighter future.

    Kind regards, Kellie

  • Cook65's avatar
    Cook65
    Member
    11 years ago

    Hi Christina, it is such a shock when you get the news. I had a cyst, no big deal. I'd had them before, just needed to have it aspirated. So I thought anyway. :( but it didn't disappear, the tumour was inside the cyst, and the biopsy came back positive. Had a mammogram and ultrasound and they found 3 more tumours two of which were also positive. The good news is that your sister talked you into having a check and you have found it and can do something about it. It is a very emotional journey and unfortunately you have both sides of the coin. Not only do you have bc but you have the anxiety and stress of your sister going through it too. Take each day as it comes and be kind to yourself. Good luck with it all. Karen xox