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Hello I am new to this group I am nearly 9 month's through my treatment. I just have phesgo left to finish. I had a mastectomy on my right side but didn't have reconstruction as I would have had to wait longer for surgery. So I am hoping for reconstruction...
Hi everyone, just been diagnosed with inflammatory breast cancer an din lymph nodes by affected breast. Had picc line and first chemo on Thursday. What an emotional day. Was so terrified. Not had any side effects really and keeping waking up expecting...
Got my surgery date today it’s on the 21st October I am so scared I’ve never had surgery I have bad anxiety and panic attacks I’m scared of being put to sleep and the coming back round when I’m with family I’m so strong saying it’s ok it has to be done...
I am about to start chemo and have been given the details of local NHS recommended suppliers, does anyone have advice about getting a wig and the quality of the nhs voucher wigs . Thanks in advance x
Hi I hope everyone is as well as possible I had my last chemo ( weekly Paclitaxel ) on 21st September I have decided to go privately to have my mastectomy and WLE . I have just received a surgery date of 18th November im very concerned that this...
Hi I had surgery 5 days ago My scar is hurting , twitching ? And tight is this normal Xx
Hi, I've joined this group to get information from anyone out there who has had a phyllodes diagnosis. Apparently this type of cancer is only 1% of all breasr cancer. I can't get any statistics and my surgeon has given me a CHOICE of another lumpectomy...
Hi I'm Mandy new here just joined the club nobody wants to be in. I start my chemo on Monday for breast cancer I have her2 pos ductal invasive, I've listened while they talk but it doesnt feel real i felt like it wasnt me. I'm terrified of the chemo all...
Hi I'm Sam, 31 and have a 7 year old boy. I have recently been diagnosed with triple negative invasive ductal carcinoma that has spread to nearby lymph nodes. Currently waiting for scan results to see how far its spread. I suddenly realise 31 is young...
Hi all, I had an appointment with a consultant this morning after being referred by my GP for a lump. I had a mammogram, ultrasound & biopsy and after speaking to the consultant afterwards he said that based on what he sees on the scans, he thinks I have...
