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I have completed 6 treatments of chemo and hepraceptin with a good response. The radiographer stated 98% chance the cancer is gone - can’t be 100% sure until pathology results. This is all great however I now have to make the decision between a lumpectomy...
Anyone have any tips for joint pain was put on letrozole couple of weeks ago not sure when I’m getting surgery I’m a bilateral above knee amputee full time wheelchair user all my joints are aching today they are really bad essentially my hips I know I...
Hi people! I've just completed my first round of EC chemo. 2 more to go and then Doxy for 3, then radio, #breastcancer. I feel okay atm - 4 hrs after infusion, but i feel a bit dizzy and my ears are ringing - is that normal after chemo? Thanks fur and...
Hello everyone, First a brief introduction, I am from the United States, and I have only been here since the end of June. I am just getting started on my digital nomad journey, staying in Airbnb’s for 3 to 4 weeks at a time. I found a lump in my breast...
Hi all, Had mastectomy and reconstruction. Currently 2/5 days of radiotherapy. I'm lactose interolerant and it's been a mission to find one that doesn't have lactose filler for tamoxifen. Found one , we believe is lactose free with the teva brand...
Hi all, I have been on letrozole since November. Initially the side effects were relatively manageable. Besides the obvious fatigue, there was increased bowel movements, dry eyes and mouth sores. The hospital prescribed a mouth wash which does help...
I want to know why there seems to be such a lack of trust and lack of communication between hospitals, doctors and me. Over the past year I've had my bloods done so often I've lost count. I've also had my blood pressure taken. Yet the doctors still...
Good morning all I am struggling with (worst first thing, but also after sitting or being inactive for a bit) finger, wrist, elbow, heel and ankle pain and achy stiff hips. A few of my fingers too have that trigger finger issue first thing. I had chemo...
Hi All So after my re-incision my surgeon said he still couldn't get clear margins and also said there was more cancer involved so sent me for an urgent CT Scan. My Oncologist has just called to say that thee Cancer has spread to my bones. Specifically...
I’m seeing breast surgeon today and hoping for a plan. I’m told MdT advised wide excision and radiotherapy. I’m been so anxious all of thought about is getting rid of it in any way ! But should I ask about possible reconstructive surgery ? If so what...
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