Hello Susan, I am currently 6 months into chemotherapy treatment for my breast cancer, then will have surgery followed by radiation. I will not lie, it has been a very difficult time, but I just want to say, lean on anyone you can to help you, and know that our medical staff, at least the one's I have dealt with, are extremely supportive and we are lucky to have the treatments available to us in our country and our medical system. And take the prescribed drugs for side effects as they are there for you, and they do work. I have also found it very important, that during treatment, when you have a good day and you feel well, try to do something nice for yourself. Exercise is difficult, but I have started just a 5 minute walk to the end of my street and back in the mornings has just cleared my head and helped me through the day. It is surprising how proud I am of myself to do this small thing. Take it day by day, and know there is help out there, do not be afraid to make phone calls and ask questions, or reach out on this chat space, just sharing and knowing you are not alone. As my family and friends keep saying to me, look after yourself, you are number 1 at the moment. You've got this, stay positive!! Cathy
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