I just noticed this morning what looks like an infection around my nipple and areola. I’m 3 months post surgery and around 10 days post radiotherapy. It’s really getting me down, just when I feel like things are improving something else happens. Several...
I had breast lumpectomy/sentinel node excision mid Feb and recently finished 5 fractions of radiotherapy. Info leaflets warned of tiredness - I don't think they stressed that enough, I'm utterly drained and totally useless! - and also noted possible skin...
Hi, I had triple negative breast cancer. I had mastectomy and then DIEP reconstruction. I had a reduction on the 'healthy' breast in September 23. I have had a little bit of firmness in the reduction breast with a bit of tenderness which I put down...
Hi Everyone, I am confused about what I can and can’t do in social situations. What did people used to do before covid was an issue? I have been doing outdoor activities but I’m not sure when I can do stuff indoors. Also slightly worried that...
Hi. I'm not new, I've been here before! On the forum that is. I'm just wondering, I'm 67 and my first lot of radiotherapy treatment was 18 years ago. The second lot was 5 years ago in July. I am still pretty active in spite of tamoxifens impact on my...
Hello All, Hope everyone had a nice Easter. I was wondering if anyone has experienced the same or has any advise. I was diagnosed last March, I've just finished all treatment, operation, chemotherapy and radiotherapy. However, for the last 4-5...
Can anyone recommend a good post reconstruction surgery bra please? I’ve tried one from M&S , Joh. Lewis and Amazon and not completely convinced it’s doing its job. One another note… does anyone know how long it takes for implants to settle? I had a...
Hi everyone It's been a while since I was last on here and a lot has happened. I've had 6 rounds of chemotherapy, a double mastectomy, 15 rounds of radiotherapy and now I have been started on Olaparib for 1 year as a preventative. They started me...
I’ve read that E45 is a good option to moisturise/help protect the skin prior to radiotherapy. How effective has that been for you and which E45 cream did you use (there seem to be loads of options)? Did you apply it regularly or just immediately prior...
Hi, many people are asking me if I’m now in remission. No one has told me that I am. I’ve had chemo followed by surgery and I’ve just finished radiotherapy. I’ve still got new medications to start and ongoing medications. Will my Dr tell me when I’m in...
