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Family are not being respectful of my wishes
Dear all, I have invasive BC. I had surgery in May and I am currently having chemo. When I was diagnosed after much thought I decided to only tell my immediate family and a few very close friends. ...
I hear your frustration and at present you are, more than likely, trying to process the information and treatment options without the added pressure of discussing same with others.
As @fraser has said, those of us in Victoria do not have any contact with family and friends at present, COVID19 has taken over, and/or parents are no longer with us. God knows all I wanted was to speak with my Mum when I was diagnosed but alas she had passed, a few years earlier!
There's a BCNA booklet that you may find something helpful within with regards to dealing with your parents and friends
https://www.bcna.org.au/understanding-breast-cancer/talking-to-family-and-friends/
Until you are more comfortable perhaps keep the information trail open but very limited.
Can't undo what they have done but you can keep it shortened
Take care and best wishes with your ongoing treatment
As @fraser has said, those of us in Victoria do not have any contact with family and friends at present, COVID19 has taken over, and/or parents are no longer with us. God knows all I wanted was to speak with my Mum when I was diagnosed but alas she had passed, a few years earlier!
There's a BCNA booklet that you may find something helpful within with regards to dealing with your parents and friends
https://www.bcna.org.au/understanding-breast-cancer/talking-to-family-and-friends/
Until you are more comfortable perhaps keep the information trail open but very limited.
Can't undo what they have done but you can keep it shortened
Take care and best wishes with your ongoing treatment