Experiences with Diagnosed
There is no way to prepare for a cancer diagnosis. It doesn’t matter the type of cancer, the age at which you are diagnosed, the stage of cancer, or the possible treatment plan, every diagnosis is unique just as every person’s reaction is unique. It is common to react with shock, fear, and a “Why me?” mentality. One of the first thing WhatNexter’s share about their diagnosis experience is that they had to realize that it’s okay to grieve. Don’t be too proud to grieve; it’s okay to be scared or angry. However, after those feelings they suggest to find the positive, and sometimes that is that you and your loved ones are still alive, although you do have a tough journey ahead, that is something to be grateful for.
Many WhatNexter’s have asked, “How do I react to my cancer diagnosis?”, “How do I find a good doctor?”, “What do I do? I am scared to death.”, or simply “What is next?”. Here are a few words of advice from people who have been diagnosed with cancer before you: there is no right or wrong way to react, focus on the here and now, take one step at a time, find a doctor you can trust and respect, ask a lot of questions, and find something beautiful and appreciate it. It may be hard to see now, but you will come through this battle just as others have before you. If you need support, need to ask questions, or would like to share your story, post comments below.
Don't forget to view our Beginner's Guide to Cancer.
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0 CommentsOnly they couldn't decide if she had Lymes or MS...turns out after many many tests and arguing between doctors. She had both.
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0 CommentsALL FOUR CHILDREN TESTED POSITIVE FOR HLRCC GENE MUTATION THAT CAUSES KIDNEY, UTERINE, SKIN CANCERS. Both myself (skin cancer survi...
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0 CommentsSeptember 29th 2012 found out I have Esophageal Adenocarcinoma Stage IV Cancer. Inoperable.
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0 Commentscame home from work to dress down ,took off my bra (I hate a bra) :) And found a very large lump on the side of my breast was very s...
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0 CommentsWhat started out as a little bump on my neck turned into tests and getting diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma
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0 CommentsLUPUS FIRST THAN AFTER QUITING SMOKING FOR 25 YEARS LUNG CANCER !!! HOW LONG MY MOTHER HAS LEFT ????
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0 CommentsDiabetes! WTF. I guess this is the next wave of BS. Oh well, wheres the surfboard? YOLO!
