The Big C

It's not something people like to talk about, the Big C, even though we all know talking about it is the one thing that will help relieve some of the myths and fear which still surround cancer. Gay girl health is a very under-discussed topic, I don't think it's a conversation I've ever had with any gay friends of mine....until this week.

On Wednesday my partner was diagnosed with breast cancer (thought to be early and treatable). She'll be heading into hospital on Sunday for a 'lumpectomy' on Monday. From discovery of the lump to removal in 20 days. Not bad for the much-slated NHS.

We've decided that we're going to both keep diaries of the time between now and the all-clear, hers the view of the 'sufferer' mine the view of the partner obviously.

She hasn't decided if she'll be putting hers online yet, but mine will be available on this blog where I hope others can come and share their stories and a support network can build.

You don't have to be gay to join in...just so you know. Cancer knows no sexuality, race, religion, or gender. All are welcome here.