How to cope emotionally with a Breast Cancer diagnosis.
A diagnosis of breast cancer can have many different emotional effects. When you are first diagnosed you may feel:
fear – unsure what the future holds.
shock – a feeling of ‘why me?’
anger – asking ‘what have I done to deserve this?’
disbelief – especially if you feel well and healthy.
relieved – that the cancer has been found.
anxiety – about treatment and the future.
sadness – because your life is changing.
numb – you might not feel anything at all.
Whatever your initial feelings, you’ll probably go on to experience many different emotions.
How you react to your breast cancer diagnosis can depend not only on you but also on those around you. Some people feel they must keep putting on a brave face for family, friends and even for the doctors and nurses looking after them. Others prefer to let their feelings show and draw strength and support from people close to them.
Ask questions, source support groups or others who have experienced the same journey.
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