[Opleeeeze]

Ok, so 2 weeks ago I had a breast biopsy done. I get a call a week ago that I have breast cancer. I was ok with this as the dr. told me our next step.
He will remove more tissue and then it's radiation for me. I was ok with this until this morning when I woke up with this awful feeling in the pit of my stomach. I am so tired of MS and now this? Give me a break already!
My daughter who is 22 came home from Baltimore (where she works) and is totally a basket case. She is so afraid that I will die young.(56) I told her to put those thoughts out of her head as I will be around a long long time.

I really have had no time to feel bad for myself as I was being strong for others. Well guess what? I am tired of being strong I am a mess now. I am very nervous. How do I address these feelings? How do I remain strong?
My surgery is Friday (25th). I just want this bad dream to be over.
Can you all help?

The neuro said don't be surprise if a flare of MS comes along. Anything else?

[FinLady]

So sorry to hear about the DX. My stepmom is a recent survivor of breast cancer, so I know you are going through a lot right now.

Sometimes you need to cry and scream. We can't be strong all the time. I've had my moments of screaming "I'm tired of being the strong one".

Vent away if you need to, we're hear.

Thoughts and prayers heading your way.

[AfterMyNap]

Aw, crap. I hate this kind of news. Three of my friends have each celebrated 10 yrs. of B.C. survival and have resumed their lives in full after recovery. You will too, I'm sure.

Try to remember that what ever is going to happen is going to happen without your consent or help, so do your best to let your days go along in peace. I do know that it's a tall order when you are faced with so much, but tap into that inner strength and hang on until the storm is finished.

I'll be praying for you. ><>

[DM]

OK, take a deep breath. It's time to put YOU first. Sounds like your Dr has got a good game plan for you. You just remember to come here and vent, scream, pray, whatever you feel the need to do~ whenever you want to.

Sending prayers your way for a speedy recovery and hoping a flare stays away from you.

My dear Gram was a 25 yr BC survivor. That was many yrs ago, when they didn't have near the medical expertise they have now.

take care of YOU..

[beautytransforming]

I wish I could help. I wish there was something I could do. I am sorry about your news. I hope they get it all, and then you don't have to worry about the "C" part!!

Tell your daughter you need support, not hysterics. I have had to tell some of my family that just related to my MS. I understand she is scared... I can't imagine how scared she is, nor you.

You are in my thoughts and prayers. Please know, you have many people surrounding you with thoughts around the world. I hope that helps in some way!


Connie

[SallyC]

Every morning, I say... "Good Morning Lord, please give me the strength and patience to get through this day with grace".....and I have added.."For all my Family, Friends and special MS Friends".

You're now part of my prayer....I hope it helps a little.

Good Luck and Good Wishes for the 25th.

[Opleeeeze]

thanks everyone for your support and prayers.
I don't know why it all of a sudden hit me but its here and now I must deal with the situation.
I know I will be fine but if you could have seen my childs face well.. it just broke my heart. We are extremely close.

Thanks again.... and keep those prayers and good thoughts coming

[lady_express_44]

I was dx with MS and cancer, 6 months apart. In the meantime, I somehow got to thinking it was a good time to start my family, so I was pregnant, anemic, had gestational diabetes, had MS . . . and they couldn't operate on the cancer till after the baby was born. That was 16 yrs ago, and ancient history.

I am sorry for what you are going through right now, and I know how unfair it must seem. I spent a long time in counselling to get through those emotions, and if you can afford it, I would highly recommend it. A psychiatrist is the best option, since they are also fully trained medical doctors (they understand the MS and cancer effects), as well as the emotional stress you are probably under.

Get some support through this time.

Cherie