Giving hope to those affected
by secondary breast cancer
Research. Support. Education.
Giving hope to those affected
by secondary breast cancer
SBC & Me:
Date of Diagnosis
31st January 2013
Current Treatment Line
Capecitabine and Denusomab
How does secondary breast cancer affect your life?
In lots of ways my cancer journey has enriched my life, making sure I enjoy and savour every moment with my incredible family and friends. Also noticing the little things in life that I possibly wouldn’t have noticed before.
But also I have moments of despair, when I see the effect that this awful disease has had on my loved ones. There are times when I feel really ill and a few when I’m feeling down and sorry for myself.
But I want as my legacy, to allow people to see that it’s possible to lead a wonderful life, even with this disease.
What advice would you give to someone newly diagnosed?
To try and be as open and honest with those close to you. To not shut your loved ones out.
To not try and go it alone. To get all the advice and help available
SBC & My Treatment:
Has your treatment line changed since you completed SBC & Me last year?
No
How many changes to treatment have you had?
5
How are you coping?
Currently struggling a little as have by my own choice stopped taking steroids so I am quite slow and stiff
Do the side effects affect your life daily? If yes, please explain
Yes as can no longer go at the pace my mind wants.
Have you found a routine that works for your everyday life? If yes, please explain
I force myself to keep active, but listen to my body when I need rest
Have you treated yourself to anything since your diagnosis? If yes, please explain
A few facials and reflexology
Has it changed your perspective on life? If yes, please explain
Oh yes. I appreciate my family so much more. I have become quite arty and love creating things. I think what I mean is now if I have an idea about doing something I do it , because time is precious
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