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Hi Everyone, just wondering if anyone on here has been prescribed the above from their Doctor if they are struggling to cope emotionally? My doctor has suggested I try these as the last few weeks for me have been hell? I hope to start my Chemo Treatment...
Hello , I am new here , not sure if on the right group . Cater for my partner who has just been diagnosed with Breast Cancer . Sentinel node biopsy plus lumpectomy last week . Both very afraid . Where can I get some advice Thankyou.
I have my first appointment with oncologist tomorrow, was just wondering how quickly chemo will likely start after this. Thanks x
Hello there. New to this all. I was diagnosed with breast cancer on 7th July 21. I have 3 kids. 16 8 and 3. My partner of 17 years has been amazing through everything. I had diep flap surgery and mastectomy on 14th Sept 21. Its been tuff. ...
Feeling a little overwhelmed. I have surgery on Tuesday for both breasts. Cancer is small and caught early but I have calcifications which means they have to remove more breast tissue. Op was cancelled 2 weeks ago due to surgeon being ill. Feeling...
I feel like I’m know nothing about what is going to happen, I am going to try cool cap and have my pre assessment tomorrow. Is there a standard time it takes, I am having mine by drip How long will it take? Are you able to go to the toilet, if need...
Hi , I'm nervously getting ready for next weeks first chemotherapy and thinking about wigs. Anyone took a chance and bought an Amazon wig ? If so can you recommend any? Thank you Jayne
Hi. My mother aged 77 was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer last year and had surgery (lumpectomy and removal of lymph nodes). Her cancer was graded 3C (I believe) as she had cancer in 20 out of 21 lymph nodes. She then had one session of chemotherapy...
Hi, I’m new to this forum, looking to connect with people that understand the issues and feelings. It’s now almost 3.5 months since first contacted GP because I’d found a suspicious lump. I had Wider Area Excision on my lower breast ( looks like at...
Hi Everyone . Struggling at the moment to be honest. Had a bi lateral lumpectomy and sentinel node biopsy 2 weeks ago . Appreciate on two breasts there is going to be more pain but really ? I am struggling . had to return to hospital yesterday and...
