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Want to cover all aspects of Vulva Cancer. Also the need for folk to talk about care of their pets when in hospital. The urgent need for hospitals to explain more in detail. I was allowed to tape all my consultations. Which really helped me in...
Hello,.. I'm not sure what to say but here is my little story so far, I have been diagnosed with pre cancerous cells on my vulvar I think ain or vin 3, I have also got pre cancerous cells ain 3 on my bum aswell as they have found a small area that is...
Hi I’m a young 63 yr old woman who only retired from teaching after 32 yrs in December 2022. I was looking forward to my new life! I had suffered itching and soreness for a few years but put it down to the dreaded menopause. No one ever asked me about...
Married over 40 years, raising 3 grandchildren and suddenly long time GYNO sends me for "life-saving surgery" of removal of vagina obliterative colpolclesis - horrible painful recovery with hematoma etc 1 yr ago - several months later still so much pain...
Just had my first referral appointment with gynae. I'm now waiting for biopsy appointment. Hoping it happens soon. Dr said most probably 'vin'. I,ve had l.s.for approx 20years. Thanks and it,s good to be here, if unfortunate!!
After referring me to gynaecology in November 2023. I had an examination & biopsy done on 9th of February 2024. On the 14th of February I was told had vulva cancer & cancerous cells in perineum. I was then referred to to gyn/oncology , after further examination...
Hi there everybody I am currently in the 4th week of recovering from a wide local excision (HSIL/VIN3, HPV-related, and vulvar SCC (squamous cell carcinoma) On my worst days, I fret and worry and get really angry that this has chosen me. I have worked...
Has anyone flown with Hydrmol (or equivalent emolient) and Dermovate? Both flammable. I have seen a 100g Hydromol tube on Amazon and have prescription for Dermovate. Can I put in hand luggage?? Or do I have to buy hold luggage on Easyjet? I have flown...
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Hi guys , I'm looking for advice i am new to all this and I have been struggling with a decision that I have got to make ..... If I say no am I being selfish and if I say yes just how bad can it get and just how much more can I take before I lose myself...
