My 1 and only sister diagnosed with breast cancer

Denise30

I have different emotions, i havent cried, am i supposed to? How can i help my sister the best i can?

edwards750

Denise - it's an emotional roller coaster for your sister and you and your family. There are no dos and donts. You feel what you feel. I didn't cry when I was DX because I was already braced for the bad news. I did cry however when I got my results from an Oncotype test I had. This test decided my treatment plan. Chemo or not? I was blessed because my score was low so I dodged chemo. I did have radiation which was a lot better than chemo.
Just be there for your sister. She is going to need your support.
Breast cancer isn't the death sentence anymore. They have come a long way in research and treatments.
My sister had BC too as did our mother.
I am 5 years out. My sister is 4. Our mother died 10 years ago but not from BC.
This is a great website for advice and comfort. It's been my lifeline from the getgo.
Keep the faith!

Diane

YATCOMW

I think many of us have seen different people step up and help and others that did not.....sometimes you were disappointed and surprised on who did not.

I think this is an emotional ride even more so than a physical one. I think we all just needed someone that would listen.....I think just being there for that is huge. If she is getting chemo....go with her on a chemo day.....those rooms are depressing.....having someone with you always helps.

Help with dinners during her treatment....it could be making dinner or having a restaurant deliver to her home.

I think support is everything on this emotional roller coaster.......so many run the other direction.

Maybe a day at the spa........mostly just be there.

You are kind to ask the question.

Jacqueline