Breast cancer

Thursday 14/5/2026, I was diagnosed with invasive breast cancer. I was in shock when I received my diagnosis. My heart sunk and I didn’t know what to think. My GP immediately referred me to PA hospital. I cried in my car and tried to call Vivian but she didn’t pick up the phone. I then called Deborah. She answered the phone and offered me lots of compassion. I was so lost. Never in my life have I thought I’d have cancer. I don’t have family history and I’ve always been pretty healthy.

I next called my manager so she knows I might take quite a few sick leaves once the treatment starts. I couldn’t stop crying and felt incredibly lonely.

I went home and barely ate dinner. Couldn’t sleep well that night as every time I woke, I was reminded that I have cancer.

The next day I went to work as usual. Work is pretty much my only escape. I saw my manager and she gave me a hug and my tear immediately came.

After work, I couldn’t stop crying. The watergate broke. I called Vivian again to tell her the horrible news. I shouted at her which isn’t fair to her but I couldn’t help it. I was just so angry! Why does this have to happen to me? How should I tell mum? I want someone to care about me. I want to feel loved. I talked to Zephyr. She also was diagnosed with breast cancer and finished her treatment. I felt so much better after talking to her. I finally feel seen and understood.