Hello Ladies, I am a 47 yo mother of two grown sons, diagnosed with grade 3 triple negative breast cancer on the 10th May. Since then I've had a wide excision and an axillary clearance after finding a 5mm tumour in 1 out of 33 lymph nodes. I start 24 weeks of chemo on 25 June, then 6 weeks of radiotherapy. Before then I have to have a CT & bone scan, and a port inserted. A month ago I wouldn't have know what half of these terms even meant! To say I am scared is an understatement. I made the mistake of googling some stuff and after scaring myself half to death found this site & group. I had a hysterectomy in 2001 for cervical cancer, but needed no chemo or radium, so though I've had to face the big 'C' once before this is a whole new kettle of fish.

I had bilateral mastectomies on the 23rd of may, not sure what other treatment I will be having yet, I am sure there will be other ladies that can help answer your questions and alleviate some of your stress, just wanted to let you know we are here send your a big hug xx Cheers Narelle

Like you, I was diagnosed grade 3 Triple Negative in April, and can understand how you must be feeling. It is all so overwhelming at first. Triple negatives are rarer but there are enough of us here to give you support whenever you need it so just post if you need to talk - someone will always answer. Your ct scan and bone scans are quick and painless, and the port is the best thing to have for easy access with weekly chemo. I had bilateral mastectomies and have just finished week 4 of 18 chemos with no side effects really - everyone reacts differently, so don't be too scared. Like you, radiotherapy will come later, but it is easier to travel this road one step at a time. It will help when you are in a routine. Until then just take one day at a time, and come to the site often - the love and understanding you will find here are amazing. Stay strong - sending you a big hug - Michelle xx

Hi Monkeygirl I am also new to this I am 49 also with to sons, I have had the same as you and now have to go back for a mastectomy, bone scan & ct. I think to myself will this ever end. Not been told what treatments yet. It is all so scary and hard to get your head around, but reading this blog I think if all these brave ladies can do so can I and I am sure you will too. Roby

Ho both Monkeygirl and Roby, Welcome and you both, you have come to the right place. Here is so fantastic, to have all of us, give advice, listen, understand when you cry, scream, laugh, and to read everyones journey. Just take one day at a time chicky babes. Just remember to have someone come with you all the time when you have appointments , as you will forget or not digest some of the things that are being said. And remember, we are all here, no matter what time of day or night. Please keep us posted, and we all send big hugs to you both. Love Julie XX

Not handling the bone scan &ct to well having a bit of trouble staying positive, but trying to keep my head up for the boys who have taken it all so well so far. Will be so relieved when all the tests are done and I know where I am heading. Roby

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Roby
Member
14 years ago
Hi Monkeygirl I am also new to this I am 49 also with to sons, I have had the same as you and now have to go back for a mastectomy, bone scan & ct. I think to myself will this ever end. Not been told what treatments yet. It is all so scary and hard to get your head around, but reading this blog I think if all these brave ladies can do so can I and I am sure you will too. Roby
Michelle_R
Member
14 years ago
Like you, I was diagnosed grade 3 Triple Negative in April, and can understand how you must be feeling. It is all so overwhelming at first. Triple negatives are rarer but there are enough of us here to give you support whenever you need it so just post if you need to talk - someone will always answer.

Your ct scan and bone scans are quick and painless, and the port is the best thing to have for easy access with weekly chemo. I had bilateral mastectomies and have just finished week 4 of 18 chemos with no side effects really - everyone reacts differently, so don't be too scared. Like you, radiotherapy will come later, but it is easier to travel this road one step at a time.

It will help when you are in a routine. Until then just take one day at a time, and come to the site often - the love and understanding you will find here are amazing. Stay strong - sending you a big hug -

Michelle xx
such_is_life
Member
14 years ago
I had bilateral mastectomies on the 23rd of may, not sure what other treatment I will be having yet, I am sure there will be other ladies that can help answer your questions and alleviate some of your stress, just wanted to let you know we are here send your a big hug xx

Cheers Narelle

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