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Gemski
7 years agoMember
Single and still dealing with the complications of breast reconstruction and radiation
Hi I’m seeking insight and any comparative stories from any other women that have suffered from having complications with their reconstruction. After having a reconstruction 12 months ago following 6 ...
lrb_03
7 years agoMember
Hi @Gemski. I'm nearly 4 years out from diagnosis, a little over 3years since finishing active treatment. I was 49 at diagnosis, single with no kids, like you. Happy for you to pm me if you like.
There isn't a group specifically around being single going through this, but there is one around being childless going through BC. It's a closed group and very supportive.
Having said all that, I do believe that as single women, we do have yet another perspective on going through cancer, because as much as (as you say) our family and frinds are supportive, at the end of the day, we're still alone.
And before I lose my head for such a comment, I do recognise that that isn't always a bad thing
There isn't a group specifically around being single going through this, but there is one around being childless going through BC. It's a closed group and very supportive.
Having said all that, I do believe that as single women, we do have yet another perspective on going through cancer, because as much as (as you say) our family and frinds are supportive, at the end of the day, we're still alone.
And before I lose my head for such a comment, I do recognise that that isn't always a bad thing