Hi Everyone. I am about to start Chemo on 8th March. I am prepared as I can be but not sure about using the cool cap. Anyone have any advice or can share their experiences woukd be appreciated. Thanks
Hi. I have had two of three docetaxel sessions. A week after treatment my face is really sore, red and hot all over. I assume it's because my skin is more sensitive due the medication and has reacted to either face cream or make up. Obviously had stopped...
So it's all come back, after being on pill for 3/4 years. I felt slightly more normal/ happy on the combined pill. it was low dose pill , but changed to higher one didn't get on well with it, so changed back to one with less progesterone , low dose...
Hi I’m a newby here but hoping someone can help me out. 11 months ago was diagnosed with DCIS grade four. Lumpectomy and radio therapy performed and I was discharged in November with annual follow ups in place. I know I have been very lucky. Unfortunately...
Hi, I wonder is there anyone who can give me some advice for a dear friend. As I was being diagnosed with BC a very dear 92 year old lady whom I visit from church was also diagnosed - we were a day apart with all initial investigations and surgery. Her...
how long after node clearance did people wait to shave under their arm? I know it’s not a big deal but it’s driving me mad. The incisions looks fairly healed (surgery two weeks ago) but there is a large lump underneath it still.
Hi, I'm new here, I feel so lost....I went into the breast clinic 2 weeks ago after not reporting a leaky nipple...was getting worse....I've since had mammogram, and Wednesday a biopsy these are in oth breasts, but consultant basically said. Very high...
I have a date for my mastectomy 15th March with lymph nodes removal. I was told I might get home the same day or following day. Is this normal. I also asked about reconstruction at a later date and was told up to 2years waiting list. She said...
When I first came here after being diagnosed in December, I found the most wonderful women holding other women up. It is a great thing. Getting through those difficult moments, especially in the early days can be hard. I wanted to post a couple of things...
Hi Is anyone currently on this drug? I am on the second of a course of 14 post surgery and node clearance following Chemo for a Her 2 positive breast diagnosis. Whilst nowhere near as bad as the side effects I had from the chemo before my operation...
