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Family member has just seen oncologist for new diagnosis of secondary breast cancer which is in a couple of locations (namely pelvis and spine) Treatments will be Pa lbociblic, fulvestrant, Denosumab Why is chemotherapy not being advised as treatment...
My mums lung cancer is starving her to death. We’ve tried everything to get her eating but over the last 6 months she is literally eating half a ginger biscuit or a piece of pineapple for the whole day. Her body and mind are very weak now any advice ...
Have tried contacting a couple of manufacturers with no response. When choosing condoms which are suitable for protecting my partner from Chemo, are Non-latex ok ? Is there a rating / CE Mark which I can look out for ? For example have found : SKYN...
Hello, my dad has recently been diagnosed and due to a tumour partially blocking his duodenum, is on a liquid diet with recent addition of prescribed protein and nutrient dense shakes. He has lost a lot of weight already but I’d like to help him build...
When I was first diagnosed with rectal cancer back in May 2022 my consultant/surgeon said after the surgery I was going to have I would have poor bowel function like permanently but he or no one has ever explained why, I know some people will either suffer...
Hi, I had a mastectomy on my left breast 2 weeks ago, no reconstruction . I feel fine and have started to do routine tasks around the home, no heavy lifting or stretching. I’ll start chemo in around 3-4 time. I’m thinking of going on a short flight 2...
My ex father in law has cancer and we talk several times a week. He talks about his cancer but as he's 87 yrs old can't always get me to understand what he means. He's worried about the results of his monthly blood tests as the number has risen sharply...
Hi, I was wondering what the time frame is for a diagnosis to be consider early. My mum has just been diagnosed with mouth cancer, after her symptoms started in September.
I had a DEXA scan back in mid October, but haven't had the results yet, although I'm chasing them up! My question is does this scan also show whether the cancer has spread to my bones from the prostate please? Thank you, Bas
Hello, I developed left arm lymphoedema unexpectedly after 5 months of breast cancer surgery followed by total clearance of lymph nodes removal. It was a complete shock to me. Luckily I was urgently referred to the Lymphatic specialist nurse to get...
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