Hello. Just wanted some advice please. I have second chemo tomorrow. My hair is very dry and my scalp is peeling (I’ve always suffered with this) and would usually give it a good scrub to remove it all. However obviously scrubbing is not recommended...
I had my one year end of active treatment appointment and my first of five years surveillance mammograms last year. After both I was told verbally, and in writing, that if I had any concerns I could contact breast care nurses direct under 5 years patient...
Does anyone have Lupus and has been diagnosed with breast cancer?
Just wondering if anyone has recommendations of any pads or such as I now have one boob significantly smaller than the other after surgery, which is noticeable when wearing certain tops. many thanks Janice x
Hi. Just wondered what oncology appointments people got during their chemotherapy? I had first chemo last Monday and I have a telephone appointment booked for next week day after second session then I have a face to face appointment a few weeks after...
Hi I’m having trouble with sitting comfortably for any length of time. About 6 months ago before all my cancer diagnosis I was suffering with sciatica down right leg and found if I sat too long my bum cheeks hurt,with a burning sensation. When I googled...
Today I totally lost the plot, shaking, crying the works as yet again there were issues with my chemo and it is adding to the stress of my diagnosis. So I am sharing it here in the hope that it will help me calm down. I have had various problems with...
Hi, Had a couple of rough years having been diagnosed with Non-hodgkins lymphoma and more recently breast cancer. thankfully both are in remission.. I'm dealing ok with the mental aspects (I think) but am struggling on Tamoxifen. So the hot flushes and...
Currently on 12 weeks of PC. Then I start EC every 2 weeks for a total of 4 sessions. Today I’m asking how is EC administered, just to give an idea of how long I will be on the unit for? For info: I have also been cold capping. Thanks
Hi. Sorry another question from me, sorry I am taking over this forum! Just wondered whether anyone did any exercise classes during chemo? I have recently taken up reformer Pilates which was booked well before chemo was otherwise I wouldn’t have booked...
