I think this is possibly a silly question but I’m going to ask it anyway. After each dose of my pembro so far (I’m on dose 4 of 9 and having them every 6 weeks), I come down with some sort of viral-like symptoms. Cold, cough, sore throat, aches, swollen...
Hello all. I had a 1b melanoma removed, lymph nodes clear, last year and returned to my indoor retail job. My hours have changed from a 6 am start to a 4.30 or 5am start and my sleep is suffering. I love gardening and I have applied for a retail job...
Hi all, I've been recommended to post here by the helpline. I'm really struggling with my mental health so just hearing from some folk who have similar experience will hopefully help. My story: My wife noticed a large mole on my neck a few months...
Hey, I've just turned 25 last month, have no previous health concerns or issues and have just been diagnosed with malignant melonoma. I'm working in a bar at the minute and just about making ends meet, my GP has written me off work for at least 28 days...
Hello all I'm probably overthinking I guess a new diagnosis can do that you so I'm 4 weeks post mole removal wle due on the 24th. my scar (upper right back) has a slight lump at the bottom and my toenail has developed a cream spot on the side. I think...
Hi All, I have been diagnosed with malignant melanoma stage 3, I'm due to have my 1st meeting with the Oncologist tomorrow and I'm feeling extremely anxious and overwhelmed, don't feel like work and feel I need to keep a brave face on for my partner...
After having a mole removed and being told it was melanoma-luckily it has been caught early and I am waiting for a WLE, I have been surprised by others peoples reactions to it. Family have been supportive as waiting for the results as many know is a very...
Hello all, Im thinking of booking a private whole body CT scan as won't be offered one as stage 1a. Awaiting my WLE 24th may but thinking about every ache or pain. I've pain in right hand pelvis and spine recently just but as I've read it normal to...
Hi, I've recently had a melanoma removed and am awaiting further investigation and some lymph node removal. It's all quite a shock, and scary. Can anyone share their journey through the next stages? Any advice?
Hello I have successfully had the lymph nodes removed from under both arms 8 weeks ago for stage 3 melanoma and have recovered well . I have had a follow up with the consultant who was pleased with the operation and how it had gone with no complications...
