im one week post op from a wide local ocision and removal of 6 lymph nodes one of which contained cancer cells. It was a grade 2 malignant invasive ductal carcinoma 2.5 cm. not sure what the type is classified as now. Looking at 3 to 6 months of chemo followed by radiotherapy. Never been so scared in all my life. Feel like I've lost control. I'm a fit healthy strong 54 year old who walks 10 k a day and trek the bibblemum regularly. Can't bear the though of being weak and unwell. Still scared.

Hello::) Please don't be scared:) I was scared witless when I was diagnosed 2 years ago this month.I had invasive ductal carcinoma also,but mine was 2 cm.I had surgery ( mastectomy) followed by chemo.I didn't have radio cause I had a mastectomy.I am 60 now,and I also walk about 10 km a day.Some days more.Please believe me,you haven't lost control the way that you think.I walked EVERY day through my chemo.Certainly not as far as I do now,but I never missed a day.It is proven now that exercise alleviates many of the side effects of chemo,and I definitely found this to be true.Remember that chemo is a treatment for your BC,it is not an illness.With chemo,you don't feel exhausted ALL THE TIME,usually only a few days out of each round,and you soon get used to working around the worst days.Stay on this network of ladies that will tell you exactly how it is,and what you can do to get through the worst days.Keep smiling:):) You will do it!!!!! Robyn xox

You are one step further than me, I don't have the op for another two weeks and that's a bit that terrifies me. I loathe hospitals and am otherwise healthy like you. For the rest of the journey I am thinking about doing some medical Tai Chi. Its slow exercises along with good breathing. Dr Paul Lam has dvds. It is supposed to strengthen your muscles, aid with balance, and help your breathing and when the body is strong it follows that the mind will also strengthen. God knows I need something to take my mind off this bc and a totally new interest which doesn't involve extended walks and running (won't have the energy) might just be a good idea. Good luck with the rest of your journey.

Hi, just take it 1 day at a time, 1 appointment at a time, Honey. Sounds like they've caught it in time, and bc is one of the most treatable cancers. You'll get lots of support and sound advice here from the members and the site team along the way. Keep checking in with us during your treatment. It's so normal to be scared, and it's good that you can voice your concerns on this site. There are so many people on this site who know and understand exactly where you are today. Sending you a big cuddle, Trace ??????

Oh honey, it is absolutely ok to be scared. This is something you never expected to be going through. As each appointment goes by, you will get to learn more about bc and believe me, knowledge is power. You will have a whole team of doctors, nurses, physios and technicians who will support you every step along the way. Don't look too far ahead. The only day you have to cope with is today and exercise is a great way to release that stress. It's amazing how endorphins and fresh air can clear your perspective. I am half way through your journey and have been humbled by how much love and support Iv received. Hoping you find loved ones and friends to share the journey with you. Remember, courage and strength, just for today. xX??Xx

Hello yes it's scarey and the shock is great. My experience was much the same as yours, I'm 50 6 lympths positive 2 cancer growths. I was diagnosed June had lumpectomy and node removal dreaded word cancer cells in lympth nodes. I then had mastectomy and am now half way through chemo to be followed by radio. I was fit and healthy ( I thought ) one day at a time one treatment at a time helps. I still walk most days though gym is out for the moment. I guess the important thing to remember is that chemo and treatment are used to ensure that the cancer cells are killed should they of escaped the nodes and there's a huge success rate. This is a lovely group of people all going through the same xxx keep your strength and mental attitude up and know you can ask anything here and someone will respond

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Hello::) Please don't be scared:) I was scared witless when I was diagnosed 2 years ago this month.I had invasive ductal carcinoma also,but mine was 2 cm.I had surgery ( mastectomy) followed by chemo.I didn't have radio cause I had a mastectomy.I am 60 now,and I also walk about 10 km a day.Some days more.Please believe me,you haven't lost control the way that you think.I walked EVERY day through my chemo.Certainly not as far as I do now,but I never missed a day.It is proven now that exercise alleviates many of the side effects of chemo,and I definitely found this to be true.Remember that chemo is a treatment for your BC,it is not an illness.With chemo,you don't feel exhausted ALL THE TIME,usually only a few days out of each round,and you soon get used to working around the worst days.Stay on this network of ladies that will tell you exactly how it is,and what you can do to get through the worst days.Keep smiling:):) You will do it!!!!! Robyn xox

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