So scared.

Hi this year was 3 years post diagnosis. I will never forget that, I'm sorry you have breast cancer, fog haze stomach that ached constantly and the weight fell of me. But you know what the inner fight somehow kicks in and you say this damn thing will not bloody beat me. No it's not fun but yes it's do able yes you will get there. I'm proof. Thinking of you adean xx

Hi

Welcome to this invaluable site that had been a God send to me.  Wow your words ring in my ears,  I too was diagnosed late April,  2 surgeries later (lumpectomy then mastectomy)  I finally have a treatment plan.  Trust me you will feel all sorts of emotions,  you are allowed to do this,  but also reach out,  especially the brave,  proud and inspirational women on this site.  I hope you have family and friends you can lean on and just take it a day at a time,  appointment by appointment.  I seriously thought I would not be able to do this as I have always,  mostly anyway,  been in control of my life.  Please remember breast Cancer is very treatable.  Hang tight,  you are in for a ride and a half but you CAN  do this.  Sending best wishes,  healing thoughts and all the courage you need.  Sonya ??

Hi there, I was diagnosed the same as you in June this year.  My best advice would be to not google, but get your information from the My Journey Kit.  Be prepared to have lots of appointments and phone calls to set them up, at times I found that the worst - having to be organised!!  I try to focus on what positive things I am going to gain through this journey - like being selfish and putting myself first, connecting with new people, re-connecting with old friends.  Its amazing the support that comes with this horrible news.  Try to stay calm and positive - easier said than done I know.

Hello Blackduck

You've come to the right place! This time is such a whirlwind - so confusing and scary. One step at a time, day by day and the fog will clear ... I promise! 

Take care xx

Hi Blackduck, I was diagnosed two months ago and what a whirlwind it has been. May I suggest you take a support person to your appointments if this is possible. I found I couldn't think clearly and having an extra set of ears helped clarify the information. I felt totally overwhelmed. This site is a great place to share your struggle and get support, so visit often :)

Sending you hugs,

Fi

Hi reading your post takes me back to last year when I was diagnoised I was the same shock disbeleif this can't be happening to me. 8You have a rollarcoaster ride ahead of you, the ldies have given you good advice be kind to your self, laugh and take it one day at a time. Sending you hugsxx

Hi I was diagnosed in June and it floored me. Give yourself time and take one day at a time. I have had the surgery to remove my lump and lymph nodes and now waiting to start chemo. Thinking of you xo

Hi Blackduck, it's very overwhelming when you are first diagnosed. I could interpret my experience as trying to walk through a fog. Time to take a deep breath, and talk to your treatment team. I started by taking a note pad into every appointment and writing things down. The notepad was good for writing down questions that I wanted to ask the doctor, as it worked as a prompt if I felt overwhelmed during the appointment. Also, read the books and kits that they give you, as they give you lots of relevant information that states the facts. You can also share these books with your family, and they come along the journey with you. I wish you all the best, and send you a big cuddle, Tracey B ??

Hey. 

I got my diagnosis 8 weeks ago and Im travelling well. 

The first couple days was surreal to say the least. I was in a fog kind of state for 2 weeks then it lifted and I felt much clearer.

2 Surgeries later, multiple infections, chemo starting next week its amazing how Ive been through it all.

One step, each step, each day you will get through.

Allow yourself to very and to laugh. .

I love having a sense of humour and sting faith in God, this has been invaluable sling with a wonderful support network.

This site is incredible, the ladies are wonderful and have encouraged me along the way and answered my nany questions and shared their experiences.

All the best, will keep you in my prayes ???? xx

Hello and welcome to the online network:) 18 months ago,I was exactly where you are tonight!! I was diagnosed with an invasive ductal carcinoma in my right breast.I was scared absolutely witless, and I remember going between crying,then back to ok,then back to crying,oh my gosh it was a terrible time.I lay awake those first few nights,and I really had myself dead and buried before I had even spoken with the doctor!!!!Please listen and believe me when I tell you that you WILL be ok.You will get through this,and it won't be as bad as you are fearing it will be tonight:):)Breast cancer these days is VERY treatable,and most ladies go on to live long healthy lives.My advice to you is to get the My journey kit ,from this site if you haven't already,and read it back to front.You won't need any other information if you have this little kit! The next thing is to stay connected on this site! This network of ladies( and men!) is the most amazing place for support and advice.No question or fear that you may have is silly! Ask anything on here and there will always be someone who has gone before you and can give you the help you need.Its just like a family to me!!!And lastly,I just want to say,don't look ahead !! This is so much easier said than done,but believe me when I say,in a few short weeks,you will start to feel a whole lot better .It is the waiting for appointments and treatment to start,and the fear of the unknown,that is the hardest part.Once you actually start your treatment,it will get a whole lot easier.So please stay in touch on here,and come here every day if it helps you through the next few weeks.Cheers Robyn  xox