Hi all,
This week I was diagnosed with metastic melanoma after a biopsy of one of my inguinal lymph nodes. No idea where the primary site is at this point. I have been asked to attend an MRI scan on my liver, which doesn't seem good. I've been referred to a specialist unit, The Christie.
At the moment it's just a big information vacuum and my wife and I are filling the hole with despair, frankly. I am struggling to find hope, and wondering where the will to fight will come from.
Any good news stories? What was helpful to you at this point. Other than Diazepam.
Hi, I was diagnosed with stage 4 melanoma 2 years ago.
currently had 20 doses on immunotherapy (Nivolumab) and so far the results are good. I too am treated at The Christie. If you have any questions I’d be happy to try and answer.
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