Hi Lisa and welcome....
Ok, first step to handling a new AN diagnosis..... breathe.. :) Just breathe..... I promise you, it helps
By sharing and posting here, you are doing the best first step you can... you are reaching out to other rare, terrific souls that truly do "understand" when others around you can't. I know it can seem overwhelming at times, but truly.... take your time as you do have time (based on the size of your AN). I see that you are symptomatic and it can be overwhelming, but by reading the boards here, asking questions, taking that deep breath (ok, breathe with me now... in through the nose... now.. hold it.... ok, exhale through the mouth... repeat 3 more times...
) and self education will bring you the answers (and inner peace) you need to help you along... plus, we serve up a great mug o' grog on the Veranda Deck when needed
Hang in there, welcome again and know that we truly are here for you.
Phyl