Triple negative result

Hi Peta, I am also a triple negative breast cancer patient.  Had a lumpectomy 2.5cm tumour taken out,  on 4th Sept.only 2 lymph nodes removed and all clear. started chemo on 4th October, I too was scared of what would be ahead of me. I lost my hair after first treatment, so scarves and wig are the go still. I have had 5 chemo treatments first three rounds with FEC and next 3 rounds Docetaxel. My last one in January, can't wait. Both have side effects but I wont scare you as everyone is different with the side effects you can get.  Your oncologist will give you all sorts of information about what to expect.  I am also doing radiotherapy for 6 weeks after chemo finishes, guess you will soon find out in time if you need to do radio also. I am older than you but have an 18 yr old daughter, single mum, so just the 2 of us.  Yes it does get tough, but if you find a support group nearby I recommend you go to each meeting.  This site is also a wonderful source but sometimes reading too many blogs might not be a good idea, but it is up to you.  Be strong, we women can be and have to be for our children and you will get through the "journey". You will be OK once all treatments are finished, it is a long haul. I was diagnosed end of August so I have been going since then, by the time I have finished treatments it will be early April.... Keep in touch with people on this site for as long as you wish to.  I have been keeping in touch with a Triple negative lady who lives in WA since early November, we are both up to the same treatment and giving out advise to each other after each chemo to see what side effects she gets and what I get.

Take Care  Debbie