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My posts here and elsewhere on social media regarding my cancer surgery in December 2020, my stoma wearing and mental health issues in the wake of it, have brought about some incredibly supportive messages and a reminder that I am far from alone in going...
Hi All, My brother has been advised by oncologist to get covid booster before he starts on folfiri and panitumubab which will be in the next 2-3 weeks. He has also had a flu jab yesterday in preparation. He is not due his covid booster till next month...
Hi everyone, Our most recent Community News blog features resources and tips from around the Community to help you if you're struggling to sleep. Read the Community News blog, "Awake and can't sleep?" here . We know many members in this group share...
Just a light hearted thought.why are there so many kaths/caths/katz on this forum.Is it something with our name and bowel cancer??
Hi, just wondered if anyone has been treated with HIPEC through Jamie Murphy. I have been doing a lot of research on inoperable/incurable stage 4 diagnosis so I can arm myself with the best knowledge to fight my corner. Would love to know people’s experiences...
Hi to all out there! I feel like I have lived on this bloody computer since my Dad got diagnosed 2mths ago! We live in New Zealand, and are trying to get a grip of what is going on and would love to here of positive stories from anyone else going through...
Hi all! I’m new here, and just wanted to say hello. My husband, 55, is starting this journey and I’m supporting him. A few weeks ago he thought he had constipation having not passed much for 5 days or so, usually he’s very regular. Tried laxatives...
My recent concern about my raised cea marker after colon resection proved to be real as they have found a small tumour on my liver I am to commence chemo early November with a potential option of surgery some way down the line. I’m on oxyplatin and 5FU...
I haven't got a problem with my eating can you eat anything I don't know what to eat I get confused has nobody's told me
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