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A family member has been diagnosed 2 weeks ago with cancer which was found in the liver and lung, and an MRI then showed it had spread to the abdomen. But they've been told this is secondary and that the Primary is Unknown. They have said it's Stage 4...
Hi my husband is currently having Chemotherapy for t cell NHL. 4th round complete yesterday. Hes been asleep all day is this normal as he wasnt like this on previous 3 sessions
Hello I have been diagnosed with advanced breast cancer in November 2022. I've had progression on Palbociclib+Letrozole and on Everolimus+exemestane now( no Pik3 mutation)Due to toxicity my oncologist reduced Everolimus to 7.5mg. My next appointment...
Hi Im taking Alecsensca (targeted therapy) and have noticed my hair has stopped growing but has changed colour. I was wondering if its a common side effect and if its worth colouring my hair? Ive been told as long as i use what ive always used and...
Hello, I have recently had a uterine ultrasound which revealed endometrial thickness of 60mm with ulcerated appearance followed by an hysteroscopy which revealed irregularity to the distal endocervix and proximal endometrium. (I am now waiting for biopsy...
I have stage 4 lung cancer and had an email telling me I need to book another covid jab. Ive had 4 so far, does anyone know if there are any risks as i am confused.
hello, I’m in good health after having a lumpectomy in July. Due to start 5 days of radiotherapy, would very much like to go on holiday and relax for a few days afterwards. Would it be ok to fly 2 days after finishing treatment?
Hi i I was diagnosed with prostrate cancer last year, Gleason 10 n1 m1 with most of lympth nodes up to my chest been affected as well as my spin and bone marow PSA at the time was a low 26, so I am a low secreater with a highly aggressive form of...
My husband finished chemotherapy in May for Non Hodgkin's Lymphoma. he hasn't gained weight since treatment stopped and is vomiting. It doesn't happen everyday but about 3-4 days out of seven. We have seen GP. No treatment or advice given.
I have been recently diagnosed with inflammatory breast cancer and am suffering with heat and pain.What is the best pain relief for it please.I have decided against chemo and surgery
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