• In the first year after treatment, 58% of people experienced pain due to their breast cancer and treatment. 181 out of 312 people,
    Breast Cancer Care poll, May 2011
  • 'I didn't want to talk to my family about my fears or worries - they were already worried sick - but I found friends far easier.' Breast Cancer Care poll, May 2011
  • 57% of people experienced fatigue one to two years after treatment. 120 out of 208 people,
    Breast Cancer Care poll, May 2011
  • ‘Many of us breathe a sigh of relief when we get to the end of chemo/rads. Sometimes it's only then that it sinks in and there's an emotional fallout.' Breast Cancer Care
    Discussion Forum, May 2011
  • In the first year after treatment, two thirds of people experienced 'a lot' or 'a great deal' of concern about the cancer returning. 203 out of 312 people,
    Breast Cancer Care poll, May 2011
  • 'After your treatment, you still need support... I've found support through online communities.' Breast Cancer Care poll, May 2011
  • 86% of people needed additional support related to their breast cancer one to two years after treatment. 180 out of 207 people,
    Breast Cancer Care poll, May 2011
  • 'As I get closer to the end of my adjuvant treatment, I have concerns about how I'll cope when I'm anxious about the cancer returning.' Breast Cancer Care poll, May 2011

Moving Forward:
The first two years

Hi everyone i was diagnosed in jan 2010 grade 2 dcis had a masectomy on my left boob my nodes were effected had chemo radiotherapy, heceptin also tamoxifen for 5 years…never lost any of my hair due to the cold cap..i will never forget that horrible time of my life but im so well and happy now that’s the main thing also love my new boob and tummy tuck….i had in march…read my story nicolelock cancer story or catch up with me on facebook

Nicole, maidenhead

Nicole, maidenhead