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I’m wondering if anyone knows of a specialist role dedicated to cancer patient advocacy, someone who can provide comprehensive, personalised support throughout the treatment journey? I’m asking on behalf of my best friend, who is currently having a very...
I have been diagnosed with CIN3. I had CIN2 about 12 years ago and since then have attended all my smear appointments. In April 2023 I had low grade abnormal cells not requiring treatment, fast forward less than 18months later I have CIN3. My understanding...
2nd lot of chemo 10 days ago. Now have cracks/fissures on my tongue. Have been given mouthwash. Will these cracks heal and is this a common aide effect. Thanks
Good evening, I'm a 44year-old woman who has been diagnosed stage III Ovarian cancer in October 2023. I had a major surgery, followed by 6 cycles of Paclitaxel and carboplatin in addition with Bevacizumab at the 3rd cycle. I complete the chemotherapy...
Hello, Looking to get some advice quite urgently due to second cycle of immunotherapy scheduled for Thursday. Had a radical nephrectomy in summer, following this kidney function eGFR was around 50. Went on to begin adjuvant immunotherapy (Pembrozulimab...
Someone in the Lung Cancer chat group told me it was the most terrifying experience of their lives and as a result I am now feeling incredibly anxious. I was obviously a bit anxious anyway. Can you help reassure me?
unable to eat or drink at home on saline but no food .
Hello, My daughter has just set off for 6 months travelling in Latin America. She has received a December appointment for a colposcopy after a recent smear test. The letter says: "Your results show that you have HPV ... We looked for abnormal cervical...
After taking the oestrogen suppressant for just one week after my mastectomy, I have already had three severe night sweats…..(I woke up and thought I was in a bath!) and now find I have a urinary infection which has kept me up all night. i am turned...
A part of my filling has come out.... I have had 2 rounds of chemo for breast cancer ec.... my next one is next Friday... can I get the filling replaced at the dentist... Thank you
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