hello, I have joined this forum to connect with people because I feel very alone in my situation and I need connection. Lumpectomy & SNB 12 weeks ago. Serious nerve damage during SNB. Now I'm on Lyrica 550mg, slow release and liquid morphine. When I wean...
Hi there, I had a magseed inserted this morning and it was PAINFUL! I have a high pain threshold and was quite frankly shocked and unprepared for how much it hurt. It’s still causing me a lot of discomfort now. I was meant to go to work afterwards but...
Hi, I’m new to the site, I’m currently waiting for my mum to return home post surgery today for a double mastectomy later on this afternoon. I think we have everything covered in terms of making her feel comfortable such as cushions etc, but was there...
Hi everyone, I went to the Dr's nearly a week ago and was referred for breast screening. I am very luck in that I have private health care with my job. I was seen at the local clinic 4 days ago, the Dr and the radiographer were really nice, but I'm...
Hi there, i know it’s early days and I’m praying these are cysts! 10 days ago I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. I have been exhausted for over 2 years and it’s getting worse. I have just had an agonising two month wait for the TC diagnosis. Luckily...
Surgery Friday - getting a tad real now. Any advice gratefully received MackMabel
Hi, I am Sue. Just wondering if anyone has got any tips on speeding up the fluid build up. I had a mastectomy 5 weeks ago and the fluid build up is uncomfortable. The hospital want my body to dispel it naturally but it is quite stiff and painful.
Wishing all of you a great recovery time.
Hi I’ve recently had a diagnosis of DCIS following routine screening and need a mastectomy. So I’m facing that difficult decision about reconstruction. I already have a very poor implant reconstruction on the other side after mastectomy 14 years ago...
Hi diagnosed with BC 2 weeks ago. Grade 2 ER +. At least 1 lymph Waiting for CT scan results for staging etc. been told most likely chemo- mastectomy and the radiation. have been visiting here for info however struggling with the abbreviations etc that...
