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Hi Ladies Had my second bout of chemo on Thursday was dying to get some feedback to see how I was doing. Asked if there was anyway I could find out from my blood tests (they seemed quite relucantant to give me any results). First nurse forgot abo...

I found out in last week that I need to undergo a mastectomy and will be having it in next few weeks. I was hoping to hear from those who have had reconstruction and how you found the recovery and most of all the end result. I would also love to ...

Hi all Just wondering if anyone stayed in the lodge in st Luke's? It's being offered to me as I have to travel a long distance everyday for radiotherapy which is starting tomorrow in st. james hosp. On one hand, I'd like to save myself the hassle of...

Can anyone tell me how long it takes to come through,I applied more or less straightaway last March and all reports have been sent back to the Insurance Company. Im feeling good at the moment and would love to bring the family on a special holiday. H...

Having had to wait 3 weeks till my consultant returned from holidays and in the mean time seeking a 2nd opinion, spoke to breast care nurses in Beaumont and the Mater, spoke to wonderful women who have had mastectomies and reconstructions, googled ti...

Hi Everyone I am very new to this so apologies for lackof/too much information! I am 25 and BRCA1 positive. I have decided to have a double mastectomy and reconstruction surgery next month. I tested positive 4 years ago so plenty of time to think ...

Hi everyone, Taurustwin here I never knew this forum even existed, could have done with it the last few months.... My story is that I found a lump on the 15th of February, left it a week to go to the doctor as I tend to get breast mice... The doctor...

Hi , I had a lumpectomy and 5 lymph nodes removed on 9th July. My questions are : when can you begin to shave your underarm, and should you use an electric or regular razor. Also when can you start to use deodorant and talc. Is it better to use deo...

Hi there, my twelve year old daughter was diagnosed with a malignant brain cancer and I’ve been really struggling. I’m on a list to see a counselor but in the meantime and trying to live day by day. Feel like I haven’t been able to breathe since she ...

Hi all, I don't know if anyone will see this given the last post to this community was 5 years ago. I just want to highlight the importance of getting checked out by your GP if you have even the slightest hint of a concern. If it does turn out to be...

Hi my dad has recently been diagnosed with bowel cancer which has spread to his liver they told us he has 3 to 6 months is this true or can he live longer it's killing me to know this and watch him every day knowing he has this I have been told that...

I had my lumpectomy early June17 for triple negative breast cancer and have a date to start my chemo next week. I have VHI cover so opted to use this cover for various reasons. I am now told by the hospital secretary that I need to have scan or scans...