Hello All, I had a mouth biopsy nearly two weeks ago. Suspected Lichen Planus, but finding the wait v.hard. Apparently the wait is 8-10 weeks to hear back. Lots more sores spots and blisters keep popping up. Not sure what else to say, just I...
Thanks Guys appointment in about 10 days time, I have been on Google unfortunately and yes it's quite frightening, I will stay away!
Hi I was diagnosed with nasal cancer and had an op in February 2022 to remove tumour and large part of nasal cavity and then 6 weeks radiotherapy ending mid May 2022. All was successful and now just coping with the after effects. One area that has...
My appointment to have my mask fitted is on Tuesday. The radiotherapy is getting closer. Time, however, seems to be moving at a glacial pace. Yet, in reality, I was officially diagnosed 12 days ago, so they are moving along quickly. It's just me that...
Hi.I have just had a Picc line fitted.Does anyone know if a flu or covid jab be administered through this?So fed up with being stuck with needles. Thankyou
Hello, I have been diagnosed with T2 HP16 tonsil cancer. Yesterday I had my dental assessment and I got off lightly and only had one tooth removed from the rear of my mouth. I have a meeting on the 8 December with the dietitian and others, so I assume...
Hi, I’m new to all this. I got my diagnosis last Wednesday and now in that horrible, waiting to hear what happens next, stage. I’ve been told I will have chemo, then an operation, then more chemo. Obviously no guarantees but the consultant says I can...
Good morning. I was given the news on Saturday and since then the truth that I have tonsil cancer has sunk in. I am calmer, but dark feelings can pop into my head at any moment. Now I am in that quiet phase before radiotherapy starts proper. It's time...
Hi I had my mri scan last Sunday, last Monday I had an ultrasound where the doctor told me I had cancer but it is treatable. After this appointment I went straight up to another hospital to have a biopsy taken from my throat. A few days later I have...
Hello, I have been diagnosed with T2 HP16 tonsil cancer. I am having a dental assessment tomorrow. I fully expect to lose some teeth. I will probably have a wait for a mask fitting after dental work. Then, it's a dietitian meeting on 8 December. It...
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