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Hi, I'm having a lumpectomy and reconstruction next week. The consultants said I can shower because the dressings are waterproof, but the nurses said I can't get them wet so don't shower, so a bit confused on that. BUT if I DO shower how on earth do I...
Hi guys. Has anyone out there had this issue and found an alternative AI and was ok with. Short story. Been on tamoxifen for 21 months. Had no issues at all until last August. My Achilles’ tendon is so painful in one leg. I have a lump on it. I’ve not...
Hello everyone, It's so good to be a part of a chat group where people have similar experiences and understand each other. On Friday my M-I-L was told she Lung cancer. She's 85 and has been told it's early stages cancer so her treatment will be radiotherapy...
Has anyone had a bone scan after breast cancer diagnosis? I'm starting to get really worried it may have spread to bones, and that's scaring me
I have developed back pain and some wierd tingling sensations. I run a lot and felt something else go in the gym higher in my back early this week. I am naturally thinking spinal mets due to symptoms Waiting for scans. Anyone got any tips/advice. Naturally...
Hello I am new to the group i am told i have DCiS breast cancer in the right breast. Just awaiting on a biopsy result then have an appointment next week to dicuss plan of action. Il worried but trying to stay positive.
Since my operation and hormone medication and five sessions of radiotherapy I have become very fatigued to the point where it’s becoming difficult to do everyday tasks., I also have severe joint and muscle pain. I realise these are the side affects but...
So got my results, definitely cancer, mastectomy and lymph node removal booked for March 23rd,but have to wait to see if a receptor is positive or negative. If positive 6 months of chemo before op to to have CT scan before to check everything. Feeling...
Hi, For anybody that has leg cramps with anastrozole. How many months do they go on for? I've been on anastrozole for 4 months now, and the other side effects have mostly gone. Any tips for reducing the number or severity of leg cramps? Thank you...
Does the drain go across my chest
