When you are first told you have cancer, it may be difficult to take in. The first emotions that you go through may be shock and confusion. If it is difficult to take in what the doctor is telling you, try to keep asking questions until you feel satisfied that you understand. If necessary, make another appointment for another day and ask the questions again.
Hearing your diagnosis, and facing treatment, can make you feel a wide range of strong emotions. Many people feel a combination of anger, fear and sadness. Over time, these feelings can become easier to deal with, but if that is not the case for you, don't worry - there is help available and there are ways of coping.