Often women with breast cancer lie awake at night worrying.

What not to say to someone with metastatic breast cancer. Just let them know that you are available when and if they want to. Let your friend know that youre available to come over when needed. 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.

Well youve got a great attitude. For the person with the disease this probably is. I am a lucky woman who has lived a very full life.

DO NOT say you are sorry. Let her know if you dont mind taking a call from her in the middle of the night. Telling Others About Your Cancer Good Housekeeping.

Telling someone that everything is going to be fine isnt the way to go hereno matter how much you want it to be true. DO NOT say you are glad it is me and not you that has cancer yes this really happened. Hang on tight its going to be a bumpy ride.

Of course its thoughtful to ask someone with breast cancer how you can help but probing her for a to-do list can actually cause stress. If youve been diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer heres my advice to you. Theyll likely have to take off work for doctors appointments.

A breast cancer diagnosis can upend a persons normal routine. I will not beat metastatic breast cancer. Sometimes there is no need for words.