People of any background, gender identity or sexual orientation etc can be diagnosed with cancer. Please be welcoming and supportive when talking to others.
We keep this a safe space for everyone. To find out more, take a look at our Community Guidelines.
Hi, I am experiencing constant dizziness. They think it is a side effect if nivo/ipo which has caused inner ear inflammation and so the dizziness. I wondered if anyone else has experienced this? Jackie
Hello Everyone, My wife Val is undergoing Immunotherapy, now on Ipi only. She has developed several patches of rough browny/red skin on her back. Has anyone had experience of this? She mentioned it at her last two treatment appointments, but was advised...
I’ve just been told that my second line treatment of Nivolumab has not worked at all. I have an appointment in two weeks to discuss options. I think it might be LEV/EVO combo. Does anyone else have info about this treatment. I’m just looking for some...
Hi everyone Had my operation on the 14th March 2022, I had a partial nephrectomy, I still have pain, and my head is all over the place. Feel like I am not coping with it all. Has anyone else just felt lost after, their diagnosis and operation. Even...
Renal mass on left kidney found 6 months ago. I have also been found to have aneamia. Had iron transfusion 4 weeks ago...is this normal..bit scared as there not operating. L♡
Not sure what I'm doing but I'm righting kidney cancer we're what did this come from I'm Richard hello all
Hi I had my first kidney cancer back in 2013 and the cure and treatment was to remove my left kidney and as it was contained in the kidney they removed the kidney and with no follow up treatment just regular check ups...all was good then covid hit and...
Hi guys, I had my right kidney removed three years ago but now have a lesion on my left lung and one between my diaphragm and liver. After discussion with the oncologist we have decided on a wait and see policy with another CT scan in 3 months time. I...
Hi all, I have sore blisters on my feet from my drug Cabozantinib. It’s making it hard to walk. Anyone got any suggestions to alleviate aside from good shoes? x
Hello, I am probably going to be having a kidney biopsy sometime soon. I have read that I have to lie on my back for 4 hours afterwards. I have breathing issues and can't breathe properly lying on my back unless I am propped up. Do you think I won...
Whatever cancer throws your way, we’re right there with you.
We’re here to provide physical, financial and emotional support.
© Macmillan Cancer Support 2026 © Macmillan Cancer Support, registered charity in England and Wales (261017), Scotland (SC039907) and the Isle of Man (604). Also operating in Northern Ireland. A company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales company number 2400969. Isle of Man company number 4694F. Registered office: 3rd Floor, Bronze Building, The Forge, 105 Sumner Street, London, SE1 9HZ. VAT no: 668265007