Hi all I have been told I will 100% loose my hair because of the drugs I will be having. my question is. Do you need to be bald to be measured for a wig so it fits comfortably? Carol
So I writ on here when I had my lumpsectomy, i only had it last Wednesday. was lovely to receive all the helpful comments, find it so hard comment back as seem to only able to reply to everyone individually. But I'm in pain, I'm only 36 still having...
So I've been posting on this website for a while, I am 36 nearly 3 weeks since surgery. I'm regaining my energy levels I feel different. Bearing in mind I came off contraceptive pill last nov ,just had me cancer lump taken out , been off work so...
So I was an 'indeterminate' for needing chemo and went through the oncotype DX test. Was convinced I wouldn't need it ...but I have just been told with a DX score of 35 I do! Chemo is my biggest fear and I'm currently a blubbering mess. I know I have...
Hi, I had my first 2 Covid jabs (Astra Zeneca) last year whilst having chemotherapy. In November I had a booster (Pfizer). At the time I wasn't aware that I should have 4 jabs which I think should be 3 primary doses followed by a booster. I have now...
I've recently undergone a LUG flap reconstruction and can't seem to find anyone else who's had the same. It's similar to the TUG flap (ie tissue and muscle taken from the thigh) but it's a different incision where they take an L shaped segment which goes...
Hi everyone, hope you are all doing well. I just wondered if anyone has experienced permanent hair loss after Taxotere? I have some hair back 18 months after my last treatment but not a lot. Oncologist has been promising me a referral to a dermatologist...
hi i wanted to speak to others who are living with rheumatoid arthritis and breast cancer. How are you managing? How are you feeling with treatment alongside rheumatoid arthritis treatments? Thank you nimsay
Hi, I’m one week passed my 4th cycle of chemo and I’ve managed quite well up until these last 2 sessions. Whilst I am starting to turn a corner following cycle 4, I’m still struggling to quench my thirst because nothing tastes nice. My mouth was more...
Hi everyone, New member here. I had a mastectomy and diep reconstruction on Saturday and came home on Wednesday with a drain in. I have had the drain removed today so have started to wear the firm control pants. I'm finding them a real struggle...
