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Hi, I am 10 months post R mastectomy for a recurrence of breast cancer (same breast) this time with 1/3 lymph involved, ER 8, HER 2 negative I have recently been feeling swelling inside the armpit and thickening of the tissue to the front of the shoulder...
I have recently been diagnosed with secondary bone cancer and prescribed steroids and morphine initially. I’m waiting to hear from hospital but meantime the pain is unbearable. Can you recommended whom I can see for help as I can’t sleep of function ...
I presently have stage 4 gallbladder cancer which has spread to the liver. Can you explain why I have such sticky salvia in my mouth all the time. It feels like a gluey texture, I have been drinking plenty of water so I dont think its to do with...
I have been using a special toothpaste for two years after radiotherapy for tonsil cancer. Can I start using normal toothpaste now? My doctor will not be supplying it on prescription any more and I don’t go for check up on throat for six months. Many...
As I have had pelvic radiotherapy for vulva cancer does that mean I don’t have smear tests anymore?
Hi I had my left kidney removed last July as I had a cancerous tumour. My follow up CT scan was clear last month but my doctor has said that my remaining kidney is only functioning at less than 60% following regular blood tests. He prescribed Ramipril...
Second time they are going to attempt to insert the PICC LINE tomorrow - as last week, they couldn't get it in. Any advice on what I can do today / tomorrow morning that could help plump the veins. i'm currently using a stress ball and drinking plenty...
Hi, how long after chemotherapy is your body lowered with immunity? Many thanks
Hello, I have been taking Exemestane for 3 months after having a 6 week break from previously taking Letrozole for 15 months. I am not coping well with the side effects, namely low mood and lower tolerance to people! I was hoping the Exemestane would...
I had my colon removed seven years ago due to a hereditary cancer (MUTYH-associated polyposis). I have been generally OK, but twice in the last three months I have had v extreme bloating in the area just below my bra to just above my navel, followed by...
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