The diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer causes changes in your life, and can change how you think and feel about things. These changes and their effects will not be the same for all women, but it can be reassuring to know that other women share some of the same feelings and experiences.
It’s not always easy, but over time, most women do cope with the changes caused by their experience with breast cancer. Over time, most women find they are able to return to doing the things that are important to them.
This section contains information about:
- Feelings you might have after being diagnosed with breast cancer
- The impact of your diagnosis and treatment on your partner, children, friends and other family members
- Financial implications
- Sexuality
- Work and other activities
- Finding support to help you cope with your diagnosis and treatment.
