I like to come on here, this day every year to give a bit of light to those recently diagnosed. I hope others will add to this thread about successful outcomes! And others just diagnosed will feel free to ask questions, I was diagnosed 3 years ago today...
I’m struggling with my diagnosis, trying to take things one step at a time and stay positive. I have a circle of wonderful family and friends. But, I’ve a neighbour in particular (& some family) who suddenly want to ‘be there for me’. I feel awful about...
I am 5 weeks post lumpectomy and still waiting for a HER2 result. Diagnosed 14th December. Twice today people have said that the lack of a result must mean that everything is fine. “Surely you’d have the result if they thought it was bad” I know people...
Anyone get niggly pains? I've had surgery last year, recently finished chemo and started radiation all preventative. Had CT Mark up scan and consultant said that scan was clear. Of course my mind has been fretting even though I've been reassured...
I had an appointment at the breast clinic a week ago as I found a lump in the under armpit area and went to go get it checked out and right then and there I was told I had breast cancer and had my biopsy. I got my results yesterday which told me that...
First EC just done with cold capping- frozen/chemo brain may or may not have been told when to wash out conditioner. grateful for any advice. I’m pretty certain this has already been discussed but Im in no fit state to search
Hi all, I wanted to know if it’s normal to have hard lump tissue around the area where I had lumpectomy for breast cancer. It’s been 10 months since my op and it was numb for months. Only recently started to get some feeling and when I check check the...
Hi everyone, it's been a while since I posted on here. Back in 2018 when I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer I felt so very scared and alone.....until I joined this group. You guys got me through my darkest days with your positivity, sharing your experiences...
My pharmacist is no longer able to source my Teva 2x10mg Tamoxifen tablets, and I’m extremely nervous about changing brands. When I first started Tamoxifen in 2020 (for 10 years) I did a lot of research and Teva sounded like the most popular brand, with...
Has anyone experienced a low immune system post breast cancer treatment? Does anyone have any advice on what foods have genuinely helped. Any advice on supplements? I am on Letrozol. Thanks in advance.
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