I was diagnosed in November 2018 and had a lumpectomy followed by radiotherapy. I am now on tamoxifen and prostap injections. I went back to work full time in April 2020 but finding that I am increasingly struggling with tiredness, joint pain and brain...
Hi everyone, Our most recent Community News blog features resources and tips from around the Community to help you if you're struggling to sleep. Read the Community News blog, "Awake and can't sleep?" here . We know many members in this group share...
I have had 3 months of torturous chemo treatment experiencing many of the side effects mentioned at the start of treatment. I ended up call the emergency oncology so many times I didn't have to say my name. So, they decided to skip the rest of my chemo...
Hi All, I haven't been around here for a while but know I will get some support if I reach out. I was diagnosed with invasive lobular cancer ER+ PR+ HER negative in December 2020. I had a mastectomy in January, Chemo March/April, Radiotherapy June...
Has anyone had a sore throat after a covid swab? Had to have a pre-op covid swab today and throat feels very sore x
Hi everybody, I've just joined. A little bit about me - diagnosed HER2+ plus oestrogen+ progesterone+ . Feeling a little anxious as I initially went to doctor on 14th Feb had MRI and CT scans but still to receive results. Meeting oncologist next week...
My wife has just been called for further tests after a mammogram. She had one in February this year which was clear. Six years ago she had treatment for stage 1 breast cancer. so I guess I’m hoping for any thoughts from members about this. I know you...
I had a lumpectomy for grade 2 DCIS in Dec 2018 and then 15 sessions of radiotherapy. Right from the start I had nerve pain despite full movement. I practice yoga and swim over-arm almost daily. Eventually the pain dulled but can't bear hugs - covid was...
WARNING VERY LONG POST Hi everyone, I’ve been lurking in the background since August and without you all knowing your posts have really helped me along the way. I received a diagnosis of grade 2 invasive lobular bc on 20th August and it’s been a...
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