Just found out.....terrified!

I found out I have Invasive Ductal Carcinoma on October 17th, Christine. I have found a lot of support reading the posts here. I can tell you one of my co-workers had a double mastectomy and reconstructive surgery and is back at work doing well. Be strong and keep the faith. I will feel better knowing what will happen to me (I find out tomorrow). My family and my co-workers have helped me a lot.

And anything you're going through, I've probably gone through as well so feel free to message me if you need advice, info or encouraging

hi christian....i felt the same way when i was diagnosed in Feb of this year....i was triple neg and had to have 4 rounds of chemo along with 20 radiation treatments...i had the tumors removed along with 1 lymph node....i. Done with all treatments as of july 21st of this year.....looking back this site and all the suppoet from family and friends got me thru this process.....you will get thru it as well stay strong follow doctrs orders orders......and go kick this monster in the butt......i was told that in the the beginng but aftr i cried thought about my family and kids and grandkids i was ready to take back my body and life....you have sisters here and we will get you thru this ....god bless your in my prayers😊

Christine,

Just wanted to give you a word of encouragement from someone who is 6 years out from diagnosis. I remember how overwhelmed I felt, and for a while it was hard to imagine that I wouldn't always feel that way. You will find that help and support shows up along the way, and you can always find it here. Sending lots of hugs xo

Sarah

Hi Christine! I completely relate to how you feel as I think most of us here do. I was also recently diagnosed and underwent bilateral mastectomy on 10/08/2018. The waiting from the time you are diagnosed until treatment is so difficult. It was the hardest part for me. Even though I recently had my surgery and am recovering well I still experience many ups and downs. One thing that has truly helped me is knowing "you are not alone". A few short days after I was diagnosed I was watching the Today Show and an episode came on from "Fighting Pretty". It got my mind and heart going immediately because I realized I truly wasn't alone. I also recently discovered this site yesterday and it has helped so much. It is easy to preach to stay positive and strong, but I think that is what is helping me most. I will be undergoing surgery again on Tuesday since they found I have a genetic mutation and my ovaries need out ASAP (another long wait until pathology comes back). The best advice I can give you is read and educate yourself as much as possible (I was reluctant to read anything in the beginning). I found a somewhat comforting and humorous book "Chicken Soup for Breast Cancer Patients". I believe there is more than one edition. Reach out and ask for help. There is so much help out there as I am starting to find out myself, especially from those of us who are or have been experiencing the same emotions, symptoms, treatment, etc. I am so grateful that there are Breast Cancer Support Groups and hope to become a part of more than one. If there is anything I can do, or if you just need someone to listen please feel free to contact me. Best wishes, Marcie

I was just diagnosed with Grade 3 invasive ductal Carsanoma. My doctor said I caught it early from self exam. I meet with surgeon on Monday to go over everything. My family has No history of Breast Cancer. I had a hysterectomy a year and a half ago and got put on Estradiol 1 1/2 mg once a day. I have read that it can cause breast cancer. I am not even 50 yet and I'm freaking out on this nasty diease. I just need to know what to expect from the surgeon? I know it's a consultation but a woman called me from the hospital to tell me he will give me options? I have no clue what to do. I'm hoping they can remove the lump and a little radiation on the area. Anyone has any advice please let me know. 😨😨

Hi Christine,

I was diagnosed just over 3 weeks ago with the same Ca but grade 1 - 2. Everything has happened so quickly ,I have had everything scanned and examined and enough blood taken to satisfy any vampire.

Like you i was terrified initially and almost could not see the point of carrying on, but after fantastic and kind treatment by my DRs and specialist nurses,I feel quite positive and just want chemo to start and then surgery to get to get this parasitic little devil out of me. I have been in cancer nursing for nearly 30 years on the pall care side of things ,and have seen so many huge advances made in Breast ca management, of all the cancers to be landed with we have got one of the best prognosis wise and the best to treat

So ,good luck, we will all prevail in the end . It's just the getting there

Love and best wishes to everyone going through this