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judyd
Posts: 130
Joined: Nov 2000
Nov 19, 2000 - 12:23 am

Hello, My name is Judy and I was diagnosed with breast cancer on Nov. 10th. I did not know you could go through so many different feelings in such a short time. First the shock, then for a few days I was just great. The last few days I have just totally lost it. I just can't seem to get a grip on it all. I have been trying to make my decision on when to have surgery and exactly what to do. I just feel pretty lost in the whole thing.My family and friends have been great but none of them have ever been through this so it's hard for them to completly understand. I just needed to talk to someone who has been there I guess. Thanks for any input or support. judyd
loulou
Posts: 66
 Joined: Sep 2000
Nov 19, 2000 - 9:11 am
RE: Newly diagnosed

Hi judyd- My name is loulou. You have come to the right place. In the first week or two, everything seems to be moving so fast. You are given so much information, it's almost impossible for you to remember everything. That's why it's important to have someone with you during your doctor appt's, and write information down. On this site you will meet some wonderful people, with lots of information, and great support. You are able to ask any question you have, talk about anything, and you will get a truthful answer from all. By talking about your fears, you will gain strength. You will learn here not to listen to statistics. Only God nows the answers to that question. After you get all the information you need about surgerys, and treatments, do what feels right to you, listen to what your inner voice is saying to you. You are about to start on an incrediable journey, and it will be an amazing journey. It won't be all bad. I think alot of us will tell you there are more good days than bad, it's all how you look at things. Be positive. I should tell you that I don't have breast cancer, I was treated for lung cancer, but I don't think it matters what type of cancer you have to be able relate with each other here. People here are very inspirational. Good luck, loulou
nancys
Posts: 336
 Joined: Aug 2000
Nov 19, 2000 - 5:32 pm
RE: Newly diagnosed

Hi Judy, It seems like years ago that I was where you are right now. But it has only been 3 short months. This cancer will change your life forever but not all of it will be bad. You will find that you are more aware of l