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My mum and I were extremely close. Although we lived 4 hours apart we spoke twice daily most days and there was that unwritten rule that no matter how trivial she would always listen and give advice.
That one person whom you knew would never judge, be practical and...Read More
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Can I recomend for anyone no matter what phase of cancer they may be in or you have a loved one or family member with cancer to consider a Memory Book.
A memory book is a book that someone can write to leave a message for their loved one's. My husband started to ...Read More
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I thought i would put in a group message to the young carers out there looking after someone with cancer! GO US!!!!
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I thought i would put in a group message to the young carers out there looking after someone with cancer! GO US!!!!
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I am writing to ask if anyone out there has had complications following an illeostomy where there is still a high (3X) output from stoma leading to dehydration.
I am searching for an answer where the combination of codeine phospate, lomotil, loperimide, fybogel an...Read More
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Hey guys,
Im here to introduce myself - im 23 yrs old and the primary carer of my mum who has survived breast and throat cancer in the period of 7 years. Im here for support, and to understand how to live y life as a carer as well as having a life of my own?
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My mum has the all clear! What an emotional roller coaster it has been. Just saying the words makes me feel like crying.
I have spent the past year pretending it would all be ok while inside believing the worst. I am so incredibly happy I was wrong!
It was abs...Read More
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I'm new here. My husband was diagnosed with gr 3 NSCLC in Feb 2009. Recd chemo-radiation, however in Sept 2009 got the news that it had metastasized. Had multiple mets in liver, bones, adrenal and brain. Currently on Alimta - 3 weekly cycles. He is doing very ...Read More
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Is there much advice you can share as a patient post liver op or relative of post liver op patient. Howa are you feeling. A relative has had 90 percent of liver operated on...recovering before chemo in a month...your thoughts appreciated
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Hi All,
I have to start a new chapter in my life. My Daddy passed away this past Tuesday Aug 3rd. He fought a long battle but it has now come to an end. His pain and suffering is now gone. He is at peace now. I feel a sense of relief for him. He did not deserve wh...Read More
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