So where to begin! I promise it will be the short version.
I was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer in my large bowel and a tumour on my liver about a month ago.
This was following two emergency laparotomy's in June and July. All very unexpected.
A big chunk of my large bowel was removed and I now have an ileostomy stoma during the second laparotomy.
Im about to start chemo this week.
Whatever cancer throws your way, we’re right there with you.
We’re here to provide physical, financial and emotional support.
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