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Hello All, I'm new to this group and cancer. I got diagnosed with stage 1, grade 2 breast cancer on 13 May, so over a month ago. Initially I was told it was one small tumor and surgery provisionally booked for 16 June. My consultant referred me for...
I have been advised to take drain bags to my double mastectomy next week, and told that any old tote bags will do. However, I have seen tote bags in several sizes! And I obviously dont want to take the wrong size, if they are too big they won't support...
Hi i had single mastectomy 8 weeks ago and was one of the lucky ones that lymph nodes were clear. However I have a swelling under where breast was at top of rib cage, consultant said it was fluid that had tracked however it is not reducing and can be...
Hi, I am new to the group and quite early on with my treatment. My breast cancer was picked up in early October from a mammogram as part of a health check at work. It was quite a shock as I'm 44, so a bit younger than average, and had no hint that anything...
Hello I am a new member. I was diagnosed with cancer in both breasts in May and my life turned upside down. I just thought it would be good to connect with others in the same situation. `You'll have to excuse the typos as my fingers are still numb from...
Hi all. I was wondering if anyone takes Aromasin, exemestane tablets for hormone therapy? I've had tiny blister like spots on my face for a few weeks, and think a couple are appearing in other sections of my face. I've just read that these can be a side...
My tumour has spread under my arm and is weeping smelly pus all the time. A friend just said that this is not normal and could be an infection that would easily clear up. Just wondering if anyone knows? I use charcol dressing to absorbe the smell
Hi everyone I’m a mum to a 7yo and 10yo and was recently diagnosed with Stage 2 breast cancer - HER2 positive. I’ve been recommended to start immediately on chemo for 5 months. My lump is approx 6cm and therefore I have been told is is possible I will...
Hi I’m new to the group, I had a lumpectomy and sentinel lymph biopsy 12 days ago, I was coping quite well doing my exercises and just taking paracetamol now on day 12 I have the worse pain under my arm and in my breast, is this normal? I don’t have an...
Hi I have had my chemo as well as surgery nipple removal and lots of lymph nodes. My oncologist rang me today about starting radiation treatment - he said I need to visit a dentist and get the ALL clear (I know I need dental work and this scares me more...
