Feeling Alone and Scared with Early-Stage Cancer

Hi Denise, just wanted to say all will be well. I had surgery (Lumpectomy) on yesterday. I’m feeling well however my initial diagnosis in May had me scared and a little anxiety had started to show it self. I have a very supportive family. I’m sorry you’re going through this alone however it will be alright. Going through this type of diagnosis can be overwhelming but you’re a stage “0” so all will be fine. Do you know what treatment they recommend for you? We can stay in touch and I’ll support you in whatever way I can 🤗

Hi Denise. I had a lumpectomy a year and a half ago. I was a stage 1, my niece a stage 3. Cancer no matter what stage brings anxiety. You will be fine. Take one day at a time. What does your doctor recommend? You are not alone. We are with you, I will support you through this however I can.

I understand I had metastatic breast cancer stage 1, but after biopsy it was found to be very aggressive. As a result I had Chemotherapy and Radiation therapy. I am currently in remission, and anxiety is normal. My faith in God has kept me safely. I will be praying for you. ❤️🙏

Praying for you and sorry you have no family support, that’s very sad to me. But you can do this. I’ve had the lumpectomy and radiation, recovering from the radiation now. I’m so thankful to be where I’m at. Attitude is so important in this journey. God has you covered. Blessings to you.. 🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻

Cancer is cancer. No matter the stage. You still have to go through the treatment to get rid of it. I am a stage 1 and I am in the same situation. My family lives near but not much support. I am 77.

Hi Denise, I'm sorry you're having to deal with insensitive relatives. It's been 5 months since I had my lumpectomy and 3 months for my radiation. Don't use your energy and strength on your relatives. You need that for yourself and surgical healing. It seems as if people are using the pain scale to determine what stage of cancer is more serious.This is your journey, and if you want to travel without your family, do it. You will have well over an abundance of info to try understand your diagnosis and treatment. Take one minute at a time. Only the sympathetic and empathetic will put forth effort to understand and encourage you. I fine

Denise, this has been my go-to scripture for my journey. Psalm 56:3.

Hi Denise, You are human and have a right to how you feel no matter what stage of cancer. I was diagnosed 8/16/24 stage 1 and waiting for surgery 10/1/24. I’m sorry youre alone. You have us here that are taking the journey with you. Sending Prayers stay positive 🙏🏼

I have no vehicle the cancer institute is 40 min drive the sweet lady that lives in my apartment complex is fixin to go on vacation to see family surgery on the Sept 10 I have dcls cancer getting a lumpectomy partial mastectomy both breasts to even the out I have bone spurs in my neck from being abused by the husband the weight off my neck alone will hopefully be relief I have migraines almost every day I'm waiting on a gas card to come in the mail from a foundation I'm already on low income SSI after I heel will begin radiation don't know for how long yet thank you everyone for your kind words and strength from all of you God bless.

Denise, you are amazing and I will be praying for you. Cancer is cancer and not a competition! So sorry your family feels so. Also reach out to your local Catholic Charity, ( you do not have to be catholic) they will help you find transportation and other services if needed! Take all the prayers and keep reaching out. You are not alone. I was diagnosed with invasive triple positive IDC in left breast, 3 small spots. Prayers and hugs do work.

Hi Denise I am at a stage 1 and had a lumpectomy on September 3rd. I have a great supportive family. Where are you? In some areas there is a HandiVan that costs around $4.00 each way. You can check it out through your cancer center.

In What area are you looking for Drs ? Hudson Valley is where I live and only know Drs in that area . You have every right to be scared 💩.I am as well . The C wurd doesn't make anyone happy to hear no matter what 🙏🏻🙏🏻♥️

Denise, I’m sorry you’re going this, hope being a part of this is helpful and you feel supported. At diagnosis, I was connected to my nurse navigator and social worker who discussed the services available, like Manna for meals and they do have assistance for paying copays and transportation. Please know you’re not completely alone. I’m 16 days bilateral mastectomy, stage 1, er/pr+, her2-, Onco 14. Started Tamoxifen until final pathology is back and I meet with medical oncology. It’s a group none of us wanted to be part of, and glad we’re here for each other.

My doctor removed the cancer and so tissue so I had a half mastectomy and when down from a 38c to possibly a 34 b or c I'm really hurting I'm supposed to have some radiation treatments not to many to kill anything hiding

Hi Marli I'm 5 days post op bilateral mastectomy as well Stage 2 ER/PR+ HER2- waiting for Onco test result. Haven't started any treatments. Are you still getting pretty tired? I haven't had any pain really since the night I came home from surgery except some soreness tightness around my chest area. Glad the sentinel lymphnodes biopsy was negative too.

I kinda got the same from my sister then this past Christmas at our brother's she comes over to me and hand me her phone. Was the results of her mammogram which was clean but she had this big grin on her face knowing good and well I am fighting for my life being stage 4

Hi Chelle, Hi there! I was doing fabulous until I tipped out of the recliner while sleeping 🤦🏻‍♀️ and pulled muscles in my upper arms and pits. Have the pain sensation like when a ponytail is too tight and your scalp hurts. My first fill of expanders was the other day, not painful, just that weird sensation. Not sleeping well, I’m a stomach sleeper. So having to sleep on my back has been difficult. One Sentinel mode has micro metastases, which was shocking given all was removed with the biopsy to one area and the other area was 1.2 mm. Have to see Radiation and Medical Oncology to determine next steps. And will go back to 2nd and 3rd opinions now that final pathology is back. Here’s to healing!

Please don't allow anyone to diminish your diagnosis! 0-4, you still have to process your emotions ect. Find a support group outside of your family. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

I just been on here since I posted I'm doing fine feeling well just The underneath is really sore all the way across pretty much and buy one rib my boyfriend's been super supportive I have not heard from family whatsoever or other friends I'm making some serious choices in my life and changes very soon thank you for all your thoughts, Denise

Denise I urge you to join some support groups, they have been so wonderful for me. BCRC is fabulous and I highly recommend it. Everyone in these groups have been through cancer. They can all relate to what we are going through. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Give it to God! I did and continue to. Bless you. ❤️🙏🏻✝️

This breaks my heart. Please join any cancer support groups. You have every right to your feelings. Keep your head up. Reach out when you can. Sending love and hugs.

Denise keep a good attitude and know we are your support group and there are many more out there for you. Hugs 🤗 and prayers 🙏🏻 continued for you..

Denise, reach out to Unite for HER, they are bridging some of the gaps

I am stage 0 too...considered mastectomy but did lumpectomy furst. Was scare of radiation since I have lung damage on same side due to pnemonia and covid previously...there are still so many decisions...I tried 2 weeks of low dose Tomaxifen and had too many side effects including palpitations. Now told it will take 4 to 6 weeks for tomoxifen to get out of my system...then thinking of a double madtectomy with implants...even though stage 0 they still recommend.all the same treatments so it is still cancer or they would not be recommending éradication and med?

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