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A breast cancer friend who had chemotherapy 20 years ago in her 40s, has been suffering from falls which began a year after her chemo ended. She recently saw a doctor who informed her that chemo can cause loss of the hair in the middle ear which then...
Hi I am aware that I am probably over thinking this to much. And I know realistically this forum is for English members and I am from Ireland but it's really just advice I'm looking for I saw my GP 5 weeks ago as I have this really bad itch around my...
Hello all. I have been invited to go in for a covid booster jab. I’m guessing it’s because of the cancer diagnosis and treatment. I have booked to get it but I’m just wondering if people are taking up the offer or not. Best wishes.
Hey all, I was diagnosed with Grade 3 triple negative, Stage 2 (3cm) about a month ago. I know chemo is pushed for this but I won't do chemo. I don't have a choice on surgeons due to my insurance (US). The one I was assigned said she 'eyeballs and feels...
Hi , firstly must say how reassuring and fabulous I have found this group, you all are so supportive and inspirational. Wanted to share my story and welcome any tips/advice. First routine mammogram 6th Feb, had no clue I had a lump. So shocked to get...
Hi all I was hoping to gain some information/guidance if possible. I was diagnosed with breast cancer on 21 February 2024. I had a partial mastectomy ( I had more than one lump) on 22 March 2024. Following surgery my consultant confirmed last week...
Hello i was diagnosed with stage 1 bc in May 2019, had a lumpectomy and radiotherapy. In 2020 started getting rib pain, had a bone scan and advised this was arthritic changes, I was 47. im 52 now and still experiencing rib pain, consultant doesn...
I have just been diagnosed with Breast Cancer 2 weeks ago. I’m due to have the lump removed on 10/6. Very anxious, my care nurse has talked me through it all. Still don’t stop myself feeling worried, upset, nervous and anxious.
I’m taking Exemestane & my dexa scan revealed osteopenia. Obviously this has the potential to become osteoporosis so my breast surgeon started me on Adcal. My GP rang last week & advised Alandronic acid instead because both my Grandmothers had osteoporosis...
Hi im 60, I found a lump. I visited my doc about it on Friday 3rd May. He referred me for urgent appointment to the breast clinic, wanted me seen within 2 weeks. I have family history, my mum was on here until she passed away, she had cervical when...
