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I had 2 lumps checked at the breast clinic a few months ago and mammogram never showed anything concerning but when I went for the ultrasound she was slightly concerned but because it was a certain consultant she said it should be fine but to come back...
Hi everyone. This is my first message on here. I had surgery on Tuesday..lumpectomy and node excision. Feeling a bit down today, physically and emotionally. Just out of curiosity, does anyone know why I have arrows drawn on my upper leg, same side as...
Hello, I have joined this evening after reading a few posts and feeling like I wanted to join in. I found a lump in my left breast last night, at the bottom. I had a breast augmentation 20 years ago, so regularly check and found this new addition. I...
Morning I was diagnosed last Friday and I don’t think the news has sunk in as I feel very upbeat at the moment. I suppose it is my way of coping although my husband and adult kids are struggling. I think until I start my treatment then it will all seem...
What is the best cream for lumpectomy scars?
Hi im now 5 weeks post op following a lumpectomy and axilla node clearance . My wounds have healed and ive just started putting bio oil on my scars. My question is should i also be moisturising my affected arm and breast? If so does anyone have any recommendations...
Hi, I am 34 nearly 35. I found a lump around a month ago but was difficult to find and to me felt small (don’t know if I was feeling the edges it’s deep in the lower quadrants) I expected the gp to y she couldn’t find anything and send me on my way. However...
Any recommendations for aluminium free deodorant that’s suitable for sensitive skin following mastectomy and lymph node removal!
Hello. I am new here. My mum, 57, went in for a routine mammogram yesterday and ended up having a biopsy taken and was called back today for a stereotactic biopsy. She doesn't get her biopsy results until Friday 31st, so as you can imagine, we're...
Hello :) I’m new here and after perhaps some advice. I was referred to my local breast clinic after finding a small lump in my breast. My appointment was a couple of days ago and I saw a doctor first who examined me and said she thought it was most...
