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I’ve just had my 2nd chemotherapy treatment of EC the first one I wasn’t well at all, had sickness, diarrhoea, what I thought was ulcers in my mouth the day after but turns out I had passed out and bit my tongue, I remember coming round on the living...
Hello, I was diagnosed with hormone related breast cancer one year ago. Had a mastectomy of right breast and 2 nodes removed. Got the all clear in May 24. I’ve recently discovered a small lump in my armpit on the same side as the surgery. I have an appointment...
Hi all, Firstly, a massive thank you to this forum as I have found it a great source of info and comfort since diagnosis. I have been diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma grade 1 /2 as they have found tumours on biopsy in both breasts. I am 54...
I am 56 and been diagnosed with grade 2 breast cancer. Not sure how to deal with it...had an MRI scan last week and due back at hospital next Wednesday I've been made redundant as well. I can't claim any benefits as my partner earns too much but won...
Had 4 positive biopsies both breasts and 1 lymph node. Surgeon said treatable...booked surgery for June. But receptors not back. But wouldn't need MRI etc Just had call from nurse. Her 2 very positive. Need chemo. Need to wait for oncology call. Need...
I finished radiotherapy 2 months ago. 2 weeks later I had an infected burn on my nipple. I had ABs & dressings. Then I developed a raised, itchy rash between my breasts & under my rested breast. It is driving me nuts. My surgeon recommended antihistamine...
Is any else having problems getting the brand of Letrozole they are prescribed.?I really cannot tolerate anything but Accord, and in the six years l’ve been taking it l’ve tried everything brand there is! Pharmacies can no longer specify a brand ,they...
Hi all. Im on my second cycle of EC after having completed 12 weekly PC and am really struggling this time especially with regards to appetite and mucositis/diarrhoea. The inflammation seems to start in my eosphagus and it is difficult for me to swallow...
Hello. Looking for some advice. 10 months ago had melanoma. Been all clear for 6 months. But now found lump in breast. Seen doctor. Been referred to urgent care. But what I would like to know is how long after referral do you hear. As now been 10 days...
Hello there, I have recently had a lumpectomy for high grade DCIS (left side). The histology showed 10mm with clear margins. I am moving forward to radiotherapy now. They say whole breast radiotherapy (40 GRAY)) for five days using breath holding technique...
