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I was diagnosed with high grade DCIS back in June but having read some of the posts here, did not feel worthy enough to join the group because I feel lucky that I am at such an early stage. I thought I could deal with this and not need to bother anyone...
Hi lovely people, folloei g my 3 surgeries including mastectomy, today I went to see my oncologist. He was so good in explaining everything to me and of course I’ve come home with a folder full of information about the treatment I will be having. I...
Hi, I'm on my third brand of letrozole with my latest prescription, this time Amarox. I've had Sun and Accord before, and both were similar is that I had some achy joints, but not too bad. I've never heard of Amarox, anyone have any experience of it?...
About to have my first mammogram after finishing treatment. Feeling worried about how painful it might be on my surgery side. Any tips?
Hi all, first time in a forum, first time breast cancer sufferer. Just wondered if anyone else had experienced a funny sensation in breast after surgery, a cross between a tingle/flutter and weirdly, mobile phone vibration! Thank you
I am lying awake at 5 am following chemo yesterday ,thinking about the future and the x3 more EC chemo I have planned.Radiotherapy after that .I worry about the impact this has on my two daughters 23 and 26 years old who support me through treatments...
Hello, I was recently diagnosed with breast cancer and had a lumpectomy just over a week ago with some lymph nodes removed. Awaiting results but Ive developed a dry tickly cough a few days ago which won't go. I'm terrified that it means cancer is in my...
Hello I’m new to the group and was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer, will be 2 years 8 months ago. I would like to chat to others with similar diagnosis as although I got good results from my 3 monthly MRI today I just seem to be struggling...
The first Friday for 3 months, where I’ve not had to get up at early o’clock and endure chemo and cold cap treatment for 3.5hrs ️ A well timed dog walk this morning, after all the heavy rain ️ Mother Nature reminded me that it’s always sunny above the...
Hi, I found out I had breast cancer in September, with the original plan for a lumpectomy + radiotherapy + hormone therapy. Further information required for a second area of concern. The MRI has shown multiple lumps and a potential node. The lumps are...
