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Hello, I went to see the plastic surgeon yesterday and after the discussion with him I have again doubts about what kind of surgery I want. I have to choose between getting implants or a reconstruction taking tissues from my tummy or thighs. Which...
Very bad constipation during EC! Anyone else and any tips? Thank you xxx
Hi Everyone, I was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer on 7th November 2023. Have a lumpectomy, including lymph gland removal, booked for 22nd December (Friday before Christmas - ugh, oh well). Magseed implant on 6th December. I booked a weekend...
Hi I've been on Anastrozole now for over a year and I woke up 2 days ago with such severe wrist pain, No over the counter pain killers are helping, I can't sleep it is so painful I have never experienced anything like this - could it be the medication...
Hi all When I see my consultant on Monday 27th, it will be 8 and a half weeks since my GP referred me. Is this normal? I've had to have a lot of extra scans and biopsies, which have taken time, but still, it feels like playing Russian roulette with...
Hi how is everyone doing? Some of you may already have started the next phase if treatment, possibly Docetaxel etc. With me starting chemo at the end of August, I am just past cycle 2 of EC and thought I'd check in to see if any of you lovely lot...
I finished my treatment a couple of weeks ago, radiotherapy for IDC breast cancer. It all went ok and I am so happy it is all over. It’s been an emotional roller coaster definitely and I have to say all the NHS staff have been wonderful. This horrible...
HI, Does anyone know where I can get post mastectomy swimwear from? I can see one on M&S site, but would like a dress style if possible. Thanks in advance.
Hello everyone, I am new here, my family have just found out my mum has breast cancer. We are unsure where the cancer is exactly but she had her MRI today to look for it. She got her diagnosis after a biopsy on a large lump she found however that...
Hello, I had my surgery four weeks ago and I went to work yesterday. I had to work just for three hours the first day but I started to be very ill just on the bus. It started to be very painful again and the gas was terrible. I almost couldn't walk...
