Mareeb

I got the 'My Journey' kit from BCNA not long after my diagnosis but didn't read it for a while. But when I did I found it invaluable. I did start using 'Google' too much and cut that out when all I read was bad news stories. Too much overload and fear in that. I kept to the recommended sites from then on. It's good you are armed with your question for the oncologist. Have you written them down? I found that even when I had written my questions down, I forgot half of them when at my appts. Luckily my husband was with me and reminded me to 'read' my notes. He also asked questions I didn't even think of. He has been such a wonderful support for me. Stay focus on the positive things Maree. Though there will be times when you are very down and you should let your feelings out and have a good cry. You can also get on here and post your feelings and you'll be surprised how quickly you'll feel better reading all the lovely replies you get from this amazing network of women. I'm sorry I didn't start until months after my diagnosis. You'll also start supporting other 'newbies' and that makes you feel just wonderful being able to give back. Let us know what the oncologist says and keep taking this one day at a time. Love Janey xxx

Thanks Janey. Yes, it certainly does turn your life on its head! I have a book from my surgeon that my husband has read and I haven't. He said it explains so much and has a good title anyway......Breast Cancer - Taking Control. So will stick my head in that today and it may explain some things on my histology report. Either way the poor oncologist is going to be hit with a long list of questions tomorrow! I too am on herceptin once radiation is finished I will be on tablets for five years too. I have read a lot of good things about herceptin and so glad that we have it. I have thought so many times how lucky I am to be in this day and age and have access to all these things. Maree x

Thanks Janey. Yes, it certainly does turn your life on its head! I have a book from my surgeon that my husband has read and I haven't. He said it explains so much and has a good title anyway......Breast Cancer - Taking Control. So will stick my head in that today and it may explain some things on my histology report. Either way the poor oncologist is going to be hit with a long list of questions tomorrow! I too am on herceptin once radiation is finished I will be on tablets for five years too. I have read a lot of good things about herceptin and so glad that we have it. I have thought so many times how lucky I am to be in this day and age and have access to all these things. Maree x

I am not in the same situation as you.but I do agree with what Deanne has said. The fact that the cancer has shrunk,and your body scans were CLEAR! This is a really good thing.Time after time on here,so many ladies will say how the waiting was the worst part.Monday is nearly here Maree,so try and keep yourself busy today.I am sure you are always busy with a gorgeous little baby;) Wishing you all the best for tomorrow,and once you have your plan,you will be able to start getting yourself organised for whatever you need to do.Let us know how you go,and remember there is always someone on here,24/7 to connect with,whenever you need advice,help or just a chat!! Sending you a big cyber hug.xoxo. Robyn

I am so sorry that you are going through all this when it should be such a happy time for you with a lovely new bub to enjoy. Waiting for appointments to find out more is one of the big challenges of this process. It is so hard to stop our minds from leaping around and imagining all sorts of scenarios. The fact that your tumor shrank considerably has to be good. It means that your cancer responded to the chemo. Chemo killed many, many cancer cells for you and the fact that your scans were clear before hand is also very good news. No new cancer cells are likely to have grown while the chemo was busy killing them. Many of us have received the news that there were cancer cells in the lymph nodes. I had it in 5 of mine. But just remember these were microscopic and have now been removed. As your surgeon has told you, the cancer is gone. There are many ladies who go onto lead healthy lives after treatment for similar cancer situations. Your oncologist will have a plan that will best suit your situation. Wishing you all the best for Monday. I am sure you will feel better once you know more about what is next in the plan for you. Take care and let us know how you go. Deanne xxx

I am so sorry that you are going through all this when it should be such a happy time for you with a lovely new bub to enjoy. Waiting for appointments to find out more is one of the big challenges of this process. It is so hard to stop our minds from leaping around and imagining all sorts of scenarios. The fact that your tumor shrank considerably has to be good. It means that your cancer responded to the chemo. Chemo killed many, many cancer cells for you and the fact that your scans were clear before hand is also very good news. No new cancer cells are likely to have grown while the chemo was busy killing them. Many of us have received the news that there were cancer cells in the lymph nodes. I had it in 5 of mine. But just remember these were microscopic and have now been removed. As your surgeon has told you, the cancer is gone. There are many ladies who go onto lead healthy lives after treatment for similar cancer situations. Your oncologist will have a plan that will best suit your situation. Wishing you all the best for Monday. I am sure you will feel better once you know more about what is next in the plan for you. Take care and let us know how you go. Deanne xxx

I am so sorry that you are going through all this when it should be such a happy time for you with a lovely new bub to enjoy. Waiting for appointments to find out more is one of the big challenges of this process. It is so hard to stop our minds from leaping around and imagining all sorts of scenarios. The fact that your tumor shrank considerably has to be good. It means that your cancer responded to the chemo. Chemo killed many, many cancer cells for you and the fact that your scans were clear before hand is also very good news. No new cancer cells are likely to have grown while the chemo was busy killing them. Many of us have received the news that there were cancer cells in the lymph nodes. I had it in 5 of mine. But just remember these were microscopic and have now been removed. As your surgeon has told you, the cancer is gone. There are many ladies who go onto lead healthy lives after treatment for similar cancer situations. Your oncologist will have a plan that will best suit your situation. Wishing you all the best for Monday. I am sure you will feel better once you know more about what is next in the plan for you. Take care and let us know how you go. Deanne xxx