Hi I have a CT planning scan on Friday in preparation for external radiotherapy. Told to allow 3-4 hours for the appointment, drink 4 pints of water daily and avoid leafy veg. A big worry for me is the loss of dignity and what feels like the invasion...
hi i am newly diagnosed, at the stage where i am having my pet scan today and first appointment at the cancer hospital is on monday, is there anyone who has or is going through this journey i could chat to please as most of the posts seem to be from...
Hi Everyone I hope Christmas was OK for you under such difficult circumstances. Personally I'm relieved it's over I hope you don't mind if I give you a quick update and ask how everybody is doing? I find it helpful to talk with others in a similar...
Hi all, I am very concerned about some symptoms I have and have employed Doctor Google I have also seen my GP almost a year ago who didn't see anything urgent but referred me for a routine gynaecology appt but the huge waiting lists mean I haven't seen...
Hi I'm booked in for my 1st chemo tomorrow (20th December) . I'm wondering what to take with me and would love to hear what anyone might have found useful. Please hit me up with your suggestions. Thank you
hi i am newly diagnosed and want to find people who have been in my situation so i know what to expect. i am waiting an appointment with oncologist to discuss radiotherapy treatment. it is stage 1 grade 2
Hi I was wondering if anyone has any experience with radiation to the vagina that they wouldn't mind sharing with what to expect? I started off with vulval melanoma which has now tracked up my vagina and I have a couple of tumours which I'll be having...
Hi all, I'm new here and have recently received a vaginal cancer diagnosis. I have a treatment planning session today and already feel nervous. I've opted for brachytherapy and my oncologist told me'll have to lay flat for 20 something hours. Any coping...
I have started several posts already, and given up. It feels like there are so few people with this type of cancer that no one will see this, or even have the same issues. None of the stuff I need to talk about is ‘socially acceptable’ as it includes...
Hi Everyone, Just thought I would share some tips with you on getting diagnosed. I under went a hysterectomy 25 years ago for repeated abnormal smears. CIN 3. I had no further problems until 18 months ago when I experienced an episode of vaginal bleeding...
