Worst Christmas Eve

[Mollypolly2610]

Got a letter to go to the breast clinic today for a review of my biopsy, yes it is cancer although she said its small and will be removed.
Feel relieved in a way because the waiting was worse.

Oh I’m sorry, that’s so upsetting to receive on Christmas Eve. Lots of love to you and yes at least you don’t have to wait to hear now x

Sending best wishes.

Big hugs, that's rotten news to receive and being Christmas Eve is especially cruel. I hope you have people around you who will look after you and support you.

Haven't told my adult kids yet don't want to spoil their Christmas.
Will wait till early January.

Difficult news on any day but particularly hard when it seems everyone is celebrating. I'm thinking of you and sending a virtual hug. I bet lots of others here will feel the same.

Sending a hug. The wait for the news is over, you know what you’re dealing with. Sending good thoughts.

The waiting is definitely worse. You’re on the list now for treatment which is good news. You only need to tell people if and when you’re ready.

@Mollypolly2610

There is a cancer thread on the cancer board you might find useful and supportive.

Do you know what type of breast cancer you have ?

Sending all good wishes for you. 💐

Sorry @Mollypolly2610 that's crap news anytime, made worse at this time of year.

Sending and wish you strength for the new year and treatment.

sending love and healing vibes @Mollypolly2610

Personally, if your children are adult and going to be around you over the Christmas break maybe tell the a during the break so they get time to talk to you about it before heading back into normal routine.
That said, only if you are up to talking about it.

Sending you my warmest wishes OP

Can't believe they posted that in a letter right before Christmas without phoning you to discuss it. That isn't the way it should be done

@tothelefttotheleft
hormone cancer I think she said

I'm so sorry. But as they say, it's removable. The sooner they know the sooner you can be treated.
It's not life threatening. Lots of my family have had cancer and it was removed and they have been completely well for ten- twenty years. And still are now.

Just enjoy Christmas and know you're in good hands to get better. I wish you well x

I don't think that's what OP meant. I think she meant she was invited by letter to attend the clinic today to hear the result of the biopsy.

So sorry, OP. Totally shit timing. But there is a LOT they can do for breast cancer these days.

Do you know if they've caught it early?

I know you probably don't think this at the moment and today's news must have been awful for you but look on it as a positive. In a few weeks this will be behind you and the cancer removed if its been caught early. If its oestrogen receptor positive you'll probably be on a tablet for the next few years and monitored anually for the next 5 years annually. You may be offered radiotherapy. I had this three years ago, 11 mm diameter tumour, radiotherapy then Letrasole tablets. Had two checks since and everything is fine, no reoccurrence. Stay positive and read up on your treatment options, don't let cancer take Christmas away from you, spend it with loved ones and concentrate on a positive outlook. If you need reassurance, phone the breast nurses at the hospital that's treating you, they're marvellous.

Sending you a massive hug

Hope you get a date for the removal very soon.

Ah I’m sorry OP. I had this news on the 23rd December 14 years ago. It really is a shitty time of year to hear those words. Then I didn’t want to ruin anyone’s Christmas so kept quiet (apart from a few friends and DH) until Jan.

The waiting is the worst bit. Sounds positive that it is small.

Sending you a big hug.

Oh I'm so sorry op I'm wishing you all the best

Sorry for your news- but please believe that you can and will get through this. Brilliant long running threads on here- loads of support and info. And golden rule- DO NOT GOOGLE. breast cancer now, or macmillan are great sources of advice and info.
A watchword from the threads- don’t borrow tomorrow’s sorrows.
Try and be present for Xmas.