Hello

Hi ShimmeringUnicorn and a very warm welcome back to the Community but sorry to hear that you are back on the cancer treadmill.

You may recall that the New to Community area is like our reception desk where we look to direct you to the best part of the Community for you to get support…..

So you may want to join our dedicated…..

Bladder cancer

…… support group. This is safe places to talk to others who may have a similar diagnosis, treatment experience, to ask questions and get support from members who are navigating the exact same journey.

As always the Macmillan Support Line is open between 8am-8pm (timings may differ across services) 7 days a week on 0808 808 00 00…… this service provides cancer information, practical information, emotional support, benefits and financial guidance or just a listening ear.

Do get back to me if you need further help navigating the community.

Hi guys I was diagnosed 2 weeks ago with oropharyngeal cancer and it was a shock. They told me I can only have palliative doses of radiotherapy because it was too hard to have the 6 weeks. I haven't had the courage to look at Google and just know my mouth hurts now, I have strong painkillers Now and it can only get worse. Last night I had a panic attack and called on my husband and he got me breathing. So today I got in touch with Macmillan and they were so helpful, Thanks Karen. Everyone involved in my care has been so nice but now I have a week wth no appointments  while I wait for a week of radiotherapy, loads of paper work and instructions, and am scared of panic attacks. Any advice anyone?

Hi JPeast  …. sorry to hear about your diagnosis.

Can I suggest you join and post in our dedicated….

Gullet (oesophagus) cancer

Living with incurable cancer - incurable patients only

……. support groups as you will connect with others who are navigating a similar diagnosis, treatment experience, to ask questions and get support.