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Hello Hope everything is going well for you all, Chrissie how’s your journey today? I’m now 26 days since final radiotherapy session and still struggling with bowel issues. I honestly don’t think the laxido agrees with me as was on 1 sachet a day...
Hello I am on my 10th session of Radiotherapy for anal cancer. I have a very sore vagina and anus, I am having the salt baths every day. I have been given Flamigel but can only use this on my anus as it makes my vagina sore and it is for external use...
Hi All I have deliberated for ages about whether to tell people about Anal Cancer diagnosis and treatment as its very personal and didn't want it to be the only topic of conversation. I am open and friendly but this is something else isn't it. However...
My partner has been diagnosed with anal cancer. Still in shock! Its like I've been transport into the Twighlight Zone where everyone speaks with a language I dont know nor ever wanted to know!
Hi , I just wondered if anyone has had any surgical procedure/ stretching done for vaginal stenosis? I used the dilators but unfortunately I've still been affected by this so i am being referred for surgery. Would be great to hear of anyone's experiences...
Hi all Currently 14 months post treatment for AC and recently had CT scan with contrast as part of the regular check up. Couple of days ago I saw my oncologist at the hospital and he said the scan had shown up 'a small lesion' on the liver - but that...
Can anyone tell me how long after they finished their chemo radiation cycle, it was until you had your next scan to see if there had been any change?
Hi all, sorry to jump straight in talking about my insides but figured you guys will understand more than most! And I’m not sure if prolapse is the correct term. It was written in one of my results and thought it sounded correct! I have a growth that...
Hi All sun is shining which makes you feel a bit better doesn’t it. I have just watched a YOUTUBE video from two doctors who specialise in Anal Cancers talking about a new treatment using radio frequency which apparently turns back the clock on removing...
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