What should I expect next after triple negative breast cancer diagnosis at 60?

The feelings you're experiencing right now are completely normal after receiving such significant news, and reaching out to this community shows real strength. While waiting for those important appointments, many find it helpful to prepare a list of questions for their medical team and consider bringing a trusted friend or family member for support during consultations. This community has many members who understand exactly what you're going through and can offer valuable insights about their experiences with similar diagnoses.

I know that stage! Diagnosed with breast cancer and saw surgeon for the first time on Feb 12 th. I’ve had multiple biopsies but they can’t seem to find the origin. So far no malignancy in breast tissues gathered. It’s in my lymph nodes under left arm. Last Thursday I had PET scan and this Wednesday I’m having an MRI guided biopsy. Chemotherapy is scheduled to start this Thursday. I’m scared to death although I think I’m still in denial. I have moments of panic and then moments of complete calm like this isn’t happening. I’ve never personally known anyone who has gone through chemo and I don’t really know what to expect. The answer to my questions is usually that it affects everyone differently… which isn’t very helpful. I guess I just won’t know until I know. Prayers for you on this journey 🙏🙏🙏

Prayers my dear friend! 🙏❤️

I’m 80 years old. My last mammogram resulted in a diagnosis of Stage 1 TNBC. No previous family history. Awaiting a date for lumpectomy and lymph node removal of my left breast. I met with surgeon, oncologist and radiation oncologist in the past 8 days. This is SO Surreal…. I really hope I have the strength and courage to handle the nightmare ahead. I’m putting my trust in Jesus Christ and my team. I’m lucky…my family has been very supportive. God bless us, everyone ❤️

I'm in a very similar place right now and feeling those same "OMG, is this really happening?" emotions - you're definitely not alone in this. It's so overwhelming waiting for those first appointments when you have so many questions swirling around in your head.