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Hi I found a hard painless lump in my breast last Friday the doctor sent referral letter to saint james hospital. I'm 45 years of age. How long are the waiting list at the moment please

Periods of time (how ironic as I always been irregular) It’s nearly a year after 1st diagnosis, 9 months after lumpectomy, finished 4 weeks of radio 5 months ago and now going through a follow up ultrasound because I’m afraid (it) has come back🥺

Hi there - recently diagnosed with Non Hodgkins Lymphoma and will be starting RChop chemotherapy followed by radiotherapy. I am dreading it all. What can I expect? Tips to help make the process a bit easier? Anyone been through this and can tell me what to expect? Thanks.

Has anybody had this type of reconstruction I am considering it and would love the opportunity to hear from somebody who has gone through the surgery

Hi. I have recently had a double mastectomy with immediate implant reconstruction. I do not now have any nipples. Is there anyone who can offer advice or recommendations on a tattoo artist in Ireland regarding getting areola restoration done. I'm aware I have to wait 12 months following surgery. Thank You.

Hey there, I had mastectomy and LD flap surgery last summer. The reconstructed breast is still smaller and I would like a bit more symmetry. Any advice on lipofilling /+ small implant- side effects of surgery etc, Any recommendations for nipple tattoo also? I have 2 toddlers so easy recovery would be ideal. Thanks

I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer on May 25 th I will meet Dr Donal Maguire on June 21 at . Has anyone out there had this cancer and beaten it Caroline

Just finished my 3rd round of chemo for her2 positive breast cancer finding the weakness very hard I have 3 more rounds

Hi I had mascetomy and reconstruction 8 weeks ago but had to go back and have replacement boob done and lymnodes out when can I start driving feel ok and not on medication that cause me not to be able to drive

Hi Everyone We would just like to remind you about our patient education online workshop, Life and Cancer- Enhancing survivorship (LACES) The LACES course is a single session of approx. 2.5 hours duration and is delivered by The Irish Cancer Society’s specialist cancer nurses The aim of these workshops is to empower those who have gone through cancer treatment by providing them with information aimed at improving their quality of life. The workshops cover a wide variety of topics such as finances, food and drink, movement and exercise, mental health and wellbeing, body image and intimacy as well as   information about counselling and local cancer support centers. It also addresses ways around self- management and empowerment.  For more information about this service see https://www.cancer.ie/cancer-information-and-support/cancer-support/life-and-cancer-enhancing-survivorship/survivorship-education-laces If you would like to know more about this workshop  and are unsure if it is the right time for you, phone our nurses on our support line at 1800 200 700 and we can chat to you about it. Kind regards Cancer Nurse