Recent Diagnosis

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Hi everyone,

I’m Stu and was diagnosed with Bowel Cancer in Jan, had an operation 4 weeks later and will begin some chemotherapy in a few weeks. The support I have received thus far from the NHS, friends and families has been fab but thought it was time to engage with people who could really understand. Not only is my head a little shot as this is all new to me, I am keen to offer support to the community in any way I can.

Stay positive people

Stu

Kareno62 over 1 year ago

Hi Stu F and a warm welcome to the board, Yes sometimes you have to have been in the same boat to fully ‘get it’ so we’re glad to have you onboard and hope you tolerate your chemo well

Take care

Karen x

Macmillan Support Line - 0808 808 00 00, 7 days a week between 8am-8pm

Stu F over 1 year ago in reply to Kareno62

Aah, thank you Karen-much appreciated.

Fist over 1 year ago

Hello Stu, I agree that engaging with people who are going through the same thing is really important. There is nothing worse than feeling you are on your own... I too have support from family and friends, for which I am very grateful - but they don't want to hear me moaning on about my fears and doubts! After connecting with others on here, I'm feeling more positive (well, I'm working on it anyway!)

Stu F over 1 year ago in reply to Fist

Hi Fist,

thank you so much for replying to my post. It really is appreciated

Stu