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Dear All, I had a mastectomy and lymph node clearance on 20th December and went back for my results yesterday. I have been told the tumour is 13 cm’s so bigger than they first thought and 9 of the lymph nodes are affected (this too shocked me). They mentioned...
Hi, I've just moved to my 4th chemo cycle where I'm also having Phesgo injections. Does anyone have any tips on dealing with the aches, pains that come from the injections. I'm having adhoc paracetamol and using a heated blanket but wondered if anyone...
Hi all, feeling a bit foolish. Saturday at just over 4 weeks post surgery (lateral mammoplasty) I overstretched my left arm / chest - I felt a pull in my chest at the time but there is nothing visible. However, since then I have significantly regressed...
Anyone had this? This is 2 years after I was diagnosed, have had chemo, radiation, surgery, lymph node removal and a mammogram about 6 months ago. Freaking out. Thanks Writing and rewriting cause I’m stressed. The paper says: XR Compression Mammogram...
Hi all, Just a reminder that you can ask to try different brands of anastrozole. I've had Accord and Teva so far without any problems. But then I was given Amarox, and straight away became very emotional and put on weight/become very bloated. Back...
Hi everyone I gave invasive ductal cancer and am taking 6 months of Letrozole before surgery. My hair seems to be thinning due to the medication. Has anyone had experience of this or know of anything I can use to help please. Thanks
Hi I've just started my hormone tablets and my face had got quite itchy can anyone recommend a good face moisturiser or any other suggestions please?
Hi just had another op on my breast today to try to get a clearer margin. Last op was 23rd December so only 3 weeks in between. Must say this time around it was better and again thanks to our wonderful NHS . Finding out results and next steps 28th January...
Hi. I had Her2+ ER+ breast cancer. Mastectomy no lymph node involvement. Am into second year of Letrozole and suddenly my skin has become extremely wrinkly. Has anyone else experienced this. I want to stop Letrozole. Has anyone tried collagen supplements...
I have a mastectomy on 24 Jan and suddenly it’s starting to feel very real and I feel overwhelmed with emotions. My ct scan showed no spread. I’m having a mastectomy and lymph node clearance. I have lots of appointments this week. Just messaging on here...
