I am a survivor of 2 types of cancer; breast and lung. I have attended multiple cancer support group session. I choose to see myself as lucky because they caught the breast cancer early and all I needed was surgery and radiation. In the process of all the additional medical exams they due once they have found one cancer, they found the lung cancer early, also, and I only needed surgery to remove the mass. The lung cancer was not related to smoking. I have never smoked a day in my life.
As a person that has attended multiple support group session and have heard other women's stories I realize that all the feelings that a diagnosis of cancer triggers are all perfectly normal. Anger, sadness, asking why, worry, anxiety, depression, and somewhere in among those was hope. Let yourself feel what you feel, but then ask questions and get support.
Even though I don't know the details of your situation, I know that much has been learned about how to treat breast cancer. The treatment options are your sister choice. The choices involve understanding the pros and cons of the treatment. Hopefully life is one of those pros. Different people approach this diagnosis in various ways. Some totally trust their doctors to lead them down the right path and don't want all the details. Others want as much knowledge and information they can get and want total control over all the options. Others are somewhere in between.
Remember though, that there is not just one right choice. I feel it is important to understand what will happen on both paths. Make an informed choice, but there are always points along the path where you can re-evaluate and choose the head in another direction. I also feel it is very important to have a good relationship with your doctors. If one makes you uncomfortable, find another.
There can be light at the end of the tunnel. Also, some decisions can be delayed until you have had time to understand and process the information. Give yourself time to absorb this new situation. Do everything you can to take care of you so that you have the energy to support your sister.

Thank you - I really needed to hear that. You survived two types of cancer!! The choice is my sister's and I need to have hope.

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My sister just had a double mastectomy. It’s scary because she will begin chemo and radiation... This is an emotional part not only for my sister for for my parents and us siblings .... It’s difficult to know how to cope or deal with it.

I’m so sorry to learn about your sister’s battle with cancer, friend. I can understand the feelings you expressed. I’ve had a close friend fight breast cancer, she’s done with chemo and radiation and keeping well so far, by God’s grace. I know that it’s even harder when it hit closer home, and a family member is affected. Sending prayer for your sister, asking the Lord to touch her with His healing hand and surround her with His peace. I’ll also pray that He will comfort you and your loved ones, and sustain you with His strength in the coming days. ((Hugs))

Thank you so much for your positive thoughts and your wonderful words of encouragement. I needed a virtual hug. Your prayers are extremely helpful and appreciated. Thank you

Wanted to know how you’re doing? Thank you for your positive thoughts . Had a nice weekend with my sister. I tried to be as positive as possible around my sister by listening to her vent and allowing her to cry without judgment or anything. However it hurts me to see her go through so much pain.

How do you cope each day????

Hello ... Wanted to see how you and your sister were doing?

How are your parents dealing with your sister being diagnosed with breast cancer. My parents are having a hard time, however they are having a hard time talking about their emotions.

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Wanted to know how things were going. I’m very thankful for this support group. It’s nice to address things with people that are going through similar emotions. How is your sister doing .

I hope things are going well with you and your sister . This weekend my sister and I watched football. This was the first time that I saw her smile and be excited about something. I didn’t ask her how she was feeling or doing because she was in a great mood. I’m scared and don’t know how to bring up the topicabout cancer with her... Any thoughts .