Hello new here and

Pearlj

scared and coping, doing my art, scared, coping and and grrr. I thought I could do without Ativan tonight but obviously not , my brain is buzzing and I can't sleep. I am guessing this is normal, or least I hope so .

I see the surgeon on Thursday to find out how bad it is and course of treatment but it sent the fear crawling around my soul grrr and plaguing me at night

Anonymous

You sound like me when I first found out. I felt like I was fizzing with anxiety and fear. I did use a very low dose (.12 mg) of Xanax during the day for a while to help cope. Both my surgeon and later MO had no problem with rxing it.

Once I found some hope and better news on breastcancer.org, I relaxed a bit. But it was tough at first. I did a lot of writing and kept an online journal (caringbridge.org) so I would have 1) a place to put my feelings and 2) I didn't have to take calls from everyone and tell my story over and over, which caused anxiety every time the phone would ring. My friends and family could read my updates and leave me messages that I could read when I felt able. You'll get through.

Claire

rosierosie

I found out 2 weeks ago I have DCIS stage 0 grade1 I know this is good out of the bad, very grateful I have to have a lumpectomy in few weeks I am too very scared,about the unknow. I afraid of what it is going to cost I have Medicare I have to pay 20 percent I just dont know what it cost plus radiation. What helped me is that I found a breast coalition center in my area. She gave me applications for grants to help with the cost.I have not applied yet. She always gave me a huge bag with pillows cream for radiation, and books about breast cancer. Support groups. It helped find a breast support in your area. Make sure of your insurance what is covered. Keep the faith

Pearlj

thank you so much for taking the time to answer, it helped. I am letting my husband talk to the doctors and make my appointments, deal with insurance and yes about the journal, should do that. ❤️

BarredOwl

Hi Pearlj:

Welcome. It may be hard to believe now, but once you speak with the surgeon, have a better idea of what you are dealing with and start developing your treatment plan, you will feel a little better.

Rosierosie:

Do you have Medicare Supplement or Supplemental insurance (sometimes called Gap or Medigap insurance)? This can help with certain co-pays and co-insurance obligations. Please check your coverage.

BarredOwl