Some symptoms may not be due to metastatic breast cancer at all.

What not to say to someone with metastatic breast cancer. Hang on tight its going to be a bumpy ride. It allows the person to say fine and change the subject or actually tell you how she is. And the one thing you should say to someone diagnosed with breast cancer.

Theyll likely have to take off work for doctors appointments. Cry laugh and listen to her. I will not beat metastatic breast cancer.

There isnt much of a silver lining to a blood cancer diagnosis so avoid saying things like It could be worse or At least it isnt. Often women with breast cancer lie awake at night worrying. DO NOT say you are glad it is me and not you that has cancer yes this really happened.

A breast cancer diagnosis can upend a persons normal routine. Let your friend know that youre available to come over when needed. This very blog is a product of that newfound purpose.

Just because a breast cancer patient or anyone living with an invisible illness doesnt look sick ie bald thin pale dressed in PJs and possibly pushing around an IV pole doesnt mean that theyre not very sick indeed. The metaphor of cancer as a battle is ever-present and people try to be encouraging by saying things like Community member nowaldron hears. The pain can get worse during movement and can make it difficult to sleep at night.

The one thing that this disease has given me is a sense of purpose. Just let them know that you are available when and if they want to. Telling Others About Your Cancer Good Housekeeping.