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Hi I have just been given two choices for my 44m lump to be removed and also all my lymph nodes to be removed in my armpit. I am so confused, I have been give the choice of a lumpectomy plus flap type reconstruct with radiotherapy. Or a full mastectomy...
I have diagnosed cancer in my left breast and armpit. Sometimes feel much pain there. Is it normal or I need to consult nurse. Also have itchy problem in all body. Prayers for everyone
I started on Tamoxifen last May and apart from not being able to sleep until I worked out when to take the tablet and giving me constipation I didn’t suffer any other side effects. From what I’ve read on here, I have been very lucky. My periods stopped...
My chemo therapy finished in December, then I had surgery in January, lumpectomy, non cancerous mass and 10 lymph nodes removed. My surgery hasn’t healed as quickly as it should. We are now on 15 weeks since chemo finished. I have an appointment on 24th...
Hi, I’m due to start radiotherapy next week, after which I would love to get away for a holiday somewhere hot! is it generally ok to go in the sun when covered up, and how about swimming in the sea? Sorry if this all sounds trivial but after the past...
Morning. Found Beryl my booby bump on 12th Dec. I am booked in for surgery on Fri 18th March with chemo starting 6 weeks after. I have been given lots of info and trying to take each day as it comes. Staying positive is my way of dealing and seems...
https://www.hynt.co.uk Hynt is a new national access scheme that works with theatres and arts centres in Wales to make sure there is a consistent offer available for visitors with an impairment or specific access requirement, and their Carers or Personal...
Hi, feeling sad, can't sleep, need to chat about things.
Hiya, I started on Tamoxifen last May and apart from not being able to sleep until I worked out when to take the tablet and giving me constipation I didn’t suffer any other side effects. From what I’ve read on here, I have been very lucky. My periods...
I had my first of 6 cycles of docetaxel and carboplatin a week ago and my tastebuds are knackered already! Nothing tastes right, and even some food textures are feeling weird! I know this sort of thing is different for everyone, but I'm looking for suggestions...
