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alicat74
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12 years ago

so confused

Hi, i`m 39, i was told i have invasive ductal carcinoma grade 3 that has spread to armpit and nodes in my lungs, i knew about the breast tumour and armpit nodes but only found out about the lung nodes today, my local gp said they cant operate on them but didnt want to say anymore as hes not a cancer specialist.....i have no idea what that means, i do see my specialist on monday but getting through the weekend not knowing what this means is killing me, i`d just got over the crying all the time thing and started eating, now i feel like when i first found out, crying, feel sick etc

can anyone give me any info on this and also looking for relaxation ideas, i cant keep taking the sleeping pills they gave me

So glad i found this site, it has helped sooooooo much already :)

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  • Robyn_W's avatar
    Robyn_W
    Member
    12 years ago
    This is so tough,having to wait the weekend.I suggest getting out in the fresh air and walk.Movement always helps to settle you ,if only a little,when you are stressed.I am hoping that other ladies in the same situation as you will come on here to offer advice.Like Julie said,chemo these days keeps secondaries at bay for years.Have you called up BCNA and ordered your 'hopes and hurdles' pack.It is free,and they will send it out quickly.I think the phone number is on the home page.Its Saturday already,so only one more day until Monday!Stay on here as much as you need to.Take care.xoxRobyn
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    Merlins_mum
    Member
    12 years ago
    It's a tough diagnosis you are facing. BUT. Waiting to know what comes next is harder, as many of the women will tell you,than knowing the next step. From what I have read from other women, chemo keeps stuff in check for years. Good luck with your next step. Stay with us here. We will support and help you through this. With hugs Julie
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    Merlins_mum
    Member
    12 years ago
    It's a tough diagnosis you are facing. BUT. Waiting to know what comes next is harder, as many of the women will tell you,than knowing the next step. From what I have read from other women, chemo keeps stuff in check for years. Good luck with your next step. Stay with us here. We will support and help you through this. With hugs Julie