OK. So we got round the foot thing, but now have low kidney function. To be fair they were quick to get me an ultrasound that showed a problem with the left ureter and I should get an emergency C T scan early next week, but I'm scared that one of my secondaries...
I had two rounds of Capecitabine with virtually no side effects, then BANG I have the most awful blisters on my feet. Two on one foot and three on the other. Phoned the clinic on the Thursday before the Bank Holiday for advice and was told I was OK to...
For anyone who isn't already aware, every year Stella McCartney gives away 1000s of free post-mastectomy bras. I believe that it starts in October (Breast Cancer Awareness Month). I ordered one last year and it was very easy and completely free of charge...
has anyone else experienced an increased sense of smell since starting treatment with Ribociclib fulvestrant or denosumab? I have and not sure whether it is related to these drugs. But I can smell so many things I could not before. It’s not always useful...
Hi there, I’m new here - my mum’s metastatic breast cancer has recently spread to her brain and things are progressing very quickly. Her balance and mobility is being significantly affected so my dad and I would like to get a stairlift fitted to help...
Coming to terms with my illness but still so frightened. My relationship with my boyfriend isn’t going very well.. I live him but I think he’s ashamed of me having cancer.. maybe just in my head! I’ve gained weight and feel like he looks at me differently...
Hi lovely people. Has anyone been advised to wear masks again this coming winter? I'm on ribociclib and letrozole since June this year for bone mets. I've had cellulitis and 2 colds in that time. I know these treatments can lower your neutrophils...
Hello My mum has been battling metastatic breast cancer for over 5 years, with a near constant run of chemo the last 18 months. The chemo is unfortunately not stopping the tumours/growths which is why they keep switching up the chemo. Her latest round...
Does anyone have advice on how to deal with extreme vaginal dryness while on chemo. This has made intercourse impossible because of the burning sensation and worry that my skin will tear. It is so sad to miss out on the intimacy with my husband at a time...
Considering everything we are all going through this is probably a very trivial question. I suffer from excess facial hair, mainly on my chin, and obviously I can't use creams as I don't want to upset my skin any more than the drug is likely to. I am...
