Fear

Hi Sandy,

We're sorry you have to be here, but really glad you found us. We know fear is a natural emotion to experience at time of diagnosis, but knowledge is power and will help you manage your fears! Along with the support from your fellow members here, we'll all help you through this.

First, there is a great page on the main Breastcancer.org site's section on Your Diagnosis: Questions to Ask Your Doctor that will be helpful for your upcoming appointments.

A few other pages from the main Breastcancer.org site will be helpful in managing your fear:

• Stages of Fear After a Diagnosis
• 10 Ways to Manage Fear After a Diagnosis
• IDC - Invasive Ductal Carcinoma

Also, the IDC forum is a helpful resource to meet others diagnosed with this type of breast cancer.

We hope this helps! Please let us know how tomorrow goes.

--The Mods

Sandy - it is natural to be afraid, but let your fear be your motivation!  Once you get through all of your tests and know more of what you are dealing with, you will be able to talk with your surgeon and find the best course of action.  You'll map out your treatment plan with your breast surgeon and medical oncologist and then you will really feel a bit better.  Then, you will have a plan and feel a bit more in control.

Continue to read on the site and to ask as many questions as you need to.  We are here to support each other.