Hi, I had a single mastectomy & immediate implant reconstruction 2.5 weeks ago on December 28th and still have a fair amount of pain and pulling sensations, it doesn’t seem to be improving. I tried a couple of walks but get a bit of pain after also...
Hi I've had two rounds of ec chemo and about to get my third. Most of my hair has fell out but I have a thin layer of hair on the back and sides of my head. I'm wondering if the rest will eventually fall out as I just want the rest of it gone now !
Hi, Since my hair started falling out, my scalp is quite sensitive and itchy. I've cut my hair short, but it hasn't really helped. Any advice please?
Hi, had right breast unexpectedly removed mid october 2023, now in chemo, would love just to tone up my stomach and generally, dont need/want to go to a gym, cant see any guidelines for general sit ups, stomach crunches, etc, ae there any guidelines,...
Hi everyone, I’m due to start my first of 6 rounds of chemo this Friday. Are there any tips anyone has to help me prepare? Useful things to take? What I should do with my hair? (I’m trying the cold cap) anything that made you more comfortable? Thank...
Any advice for bruised arms and sore veins after chemo? Really sore and bruised with raised veins after last EC chemo. I had a Port that doesn’t work. So they are removing it and putting a PICC line instead as I go to weekly paxitacol chemo in a few...
I have just finished 4 rounds of EC and 12 of Paxlitaxol which was over 6 months. I was diagnosed with breast cancer , underwent a lumpectomy and node removal and although it was in my lymph nodes I was told I was cancer free and the chemo was preventative...
Hey I am in surgery for a double masectomy on Monday. I am in for 24hrs. What do I need to take to hospital with me. What is best to wear to go home with. How did you cope with the car journey home. So many questions. Sorry.
Dear Family , I’ve had terrible neuropathy from weekly Paclotaxil also my nails are all discoloured . Does anyone have any ideas how to make the tingling and aching go away or is it just a waiting game ?
Does anyone know why I had to buy a balm to protect my nails during chemo and it's not given routinely on the NHS?. I only found this by researching myself. I have seen other women really suffer and like me were not offered any advice - seems like this...
