Hi Laurenren, 

Hey lovely, 

Feeling scared is totally normal. I went through a similar scenario back in February although not breast cancer - mine was head  and neck. Like you I'd convinced myself that everything was fine, which was not the case. I had my surgery on 08/03 so five weeks ago. While it was a long operation (13.5 hours) I can't fault the help and support that I've had from the staff in hospital. To be honest it does and will feel like a surreal whirlwind that your stuck in. Just trust the people that are treating  you and gather as much information as you can as they will know what's best for you. I'm back into hospital today for a RIG fitting as I start chemo and radio on Thursday. I wish you all the best with your treatment - will be thinking of you. Just know you are not alone in this battle. Big love Kim xxx

Hi

Feeling scared is a normal reaction when you receive the news you have, my heart goes out to you.  It is an extremely challenging time following diagnosis to treatment, please be assured there is help and excellent treatment available.

I am a little further on from diagnosis but I still remember the anxiety and sleepless nights waiting for results and appointments, to suggest for you not to worry is not helpful, the advice I can give is to trust in the professionals and the process of this diagnosis.  When I was first diagnosed I didn't understand there are so many types of breast cancer all needing a different approach to treatment, It takes time for biopsies and scans to happen but it all needs to be done to ensure the correct treatment is given to you for your type of cancer. 

It is without doubt a difficult time, but you will get through it

[@Laurenren]‍ hi ,so good you registered with this web as i did the same when i find out my diagnosis and results. Just to let you know you not alone , it will take time to realise that this actually happened with you. Some days you will forget your diagnosis but then it will come back in your mind this is so normal as i had the same up to now . I have IDC grade 3 her2 positive breast cancer , on 10 th of March i had right breast mastectomy and waiting for next step of my treatment plan.Breast cancer can be very different type from each other so don't compare yourself to someone else. You will have treatment plan made only for you and best for you, i know how is hard everything whatever you do coming back to that point i have cancer . Remember you are very lucky that you caught cancer in good time and you will be having best treatment. Dont worry about lymph nodes this is what they checking as precaution, you will know much more very soon and then step by step you will be follow your plan . This days breast cancer very curable no matter what stage and grade. I hope i give you little positive vibes and please be free to msg chat anytime , you need support from us and we are here for everyone . Xxx

Thank you so much for taking the time to reply to me! I just feel in a daze today and have about 100 thoughts flying through my mind at once. Your words have totally reassured me. You're so brave with all you have been through, I hope you're doing well xx

Thanks so much for replying to me. Your words have been a great help. I can't believe what you have had to go through and an op that long too! I need some of your strength! Thanks so much again, everyones replies are so so helpful at just calming my mind down a bit xx

Thanks so much for your reply! You've helped me calm down a bit and reassured me. So kind of you! I hope you're doing well and staying strong also. You're all absolutely incredible!xx