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I wonder how long it takes for wbc to get higher. My husband’s treatments ended about a year ago, now he’s on keytruda, immunotherapy. The number is only 3.0 maybe it takes a long time to go higher. If we go somewhere I’m afraid he’ll catch something...
Hi all, This may be a really stupid question but... Will I know when the appointment is my treatment planning appointment? And will I be allowed to take someone with me to it? Had a biopsy two weeks ago, I was being discussed at the MDT meeting...
Hi I'm new here , my name is Dave I have been diagnosed with primary unknown cancer. I have been told what my treatment is going to be 6 weeks , Mon - Fri 8 hours per day of chemo and radiation.... I really didn't expect that to be honest , i though...
Morning all. Basic outline of the story is went to the doctors with a lump in my neck, after a tonne of tests it was confirmed that the lump is a secondary cancer. They have been doing tests to try and find the primary to be able to target the treatment...
I've been in remission for 19 months after radio/chemo therapy. I'm in my 60s and feel so sorry for younger people dealing with this. I'm trying not to ask this but is there anyone still having problems after treatment. I'm still feeling exhausted...
Hi, I finished my radiotherapy about a month ago however I am still loosing weight. How long does this go on for?
Dreading the upcoming week, waiting for biopsy results. Been feeling a bit rough, blood work is all over the place, no energy ect. Just feeling proper low. Trying to boost my energy with vitamins, as my diet has been shocking. However, I've stopped my...
Lower mouth cancer. Tumour surgically remived in 2020, but catastrophic damage to chin, neck and lower face. I've been waiting for attempted corrective surgery for nearly 2 years. I have immunotherapy (Cetuximab) fortnightly. I should be very grateful...
Hi Everyone. First post here so really hoping for some advice. I saw ENT after a 2 week referral Friday. I honestly wasn't expecting anything to come of it and nearly cancelled. Dr looked in my mouth, i have a swollen right tonsil, and instantly said...
Hello everyone I just found out I have a fast spreading throat cancer and came here to learn more about it. I have an endoscopy tomorrow.
