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Hi Varmint and welcome to the Online Community, although I am sorry to see you finding us and so sorry to hear about the investigations you are having.

You are correct, a cancer diagnosis can bring a lot of stress, confusion and questions on a family, but from my long experience talking with people who are on the same journey can help a lot.

Can I direct you to this links to our Lung Cancer Forum where you will connect with people who understand the journey you are on. You can ask the folks questions about tests, treatments and what to expect during the months ahead.

Follow the link above and join the group by hitting the ‘Join the Group’ tab just under the main group name and it is worth indicating how you want to receive email notifications when someone answers your posts.

Go to the 'Start a Discussion' tab just under the main group name and set up your own Discussion and introduce yourself to the group - you could just copy an paste what you have in this first post.

We also have lots of support groups that are that are general Cancer experience groups where you can connect with folks.

You may find our various Macmillan Support Line Services to be helpful - call them on 0808 808 00 00This free service covers Emotional Support, Practical Information. Clinical Information, Financial Support and Work Guidance mostly open 8.00 to 8.00 but check the link.

We also have our ‘Ask an Expert’. section where you can post questions to our mostly Volunteer Experts but please allow 2 working days to get a reply.

Our Online Information and Support Section  is a good place to find information covering cancer diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers.

Talking to people face to face can help a lot so check to see if you have any Local Macmillan Support in your area or a Maggie’s Centre as these folks are amazing.

When you feel up to it try putting some information in your profile. This really helps others when answering. It also means that you don't have to keep repeating yourself. Just click on YOUR username, select 'Edit Profile'. Put as much or as little in your profile and you can amend it at any time - you can see members profiles by hitting our forum names.

All the very best.

Hello it is a difficult time the word cancer itself frightens  the person with the thoughts of the consquences. It took me weeks to move away from negative thoughts and started taking a positive approach. I joined the cancer forum where members shared their experience and important information. I went on to do further research to understand my illness and options available. I was diagnosed on 04 June 2019 with rectal cancer tumour it was a shock of my life the world falls down around you. When i got to know how some members were cured it gave me hope. 

My experience is your family is your strength which you will need at this difficult time. Every cancer is curable medicine has developed and is really advanced. You need to think positive and stay strong to fight this illness. Good luck in your fight for a healthy life.

Regards

Stan

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