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Treatment options for testicular cancer

Hi there. I'm needing some help. My partner, 29, has been diagnosed with stage 1 non seminoma testicular cancer. He had his orchidectomy a few weeks ago and we saw the oncologist yesterday to discuss follow up treatment. He has been given the option of moniteri...Read More

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Phamtom Limb Pain

Does anyone have any experience/knowledge of Phamtom limb pain? My Husband had a Forequarter Amputation 10 months ago when all other treatment failed. He has seen the Pain Management specialist and is coping with medication. Lioness

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Myeloma - stem cell and chemo treatment support needed

Hi all, I hope somebody can help me on behalf of my friend who resides in country WA. She would like to chat one-on-one with somebody who has had intenisve chemo and/or stem cell in the treatment of myeloma. Either face-to-face or via video link. The treatment is s...Read More

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Bladder cancer, BCG or cystectomy

Hello, I am wondering if someone could help us with the decision my partner has to make this week. Following 2 TURPS and biopsies to confirm TCC, Peter has a week to decide to do BCG treatment or have a cystectomy and would like input on this. He is 66 and fit and ...Read More

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Intro from Me

I've just signed up tonight. So many people around me are/have been affected by cancer and now my beautiful Grandma (67yrs). I need to know more about everything and am researching away but am just so confused. Thanks Nyree

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Mum has stage 2 uterine cancer and they aren't performing a hysterectomy- I'm confused and concerned

Hello, I'm new here and feeling a bit confused by my mum's diagnosis and treatment. Around 10 days ago mum hemorrhaged and went to emergency where she was admitted and a biopsy was performed. A few days later she got the news that she had uterine cancer but, as it...Read More

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A few questions

We are getting ready to bring my dad home after a 2 month stay in hospital for a total laryngectomy. Last Friday I met with the CNC & there were so many things he told me but my mind was in a fog & I was upset at the time. My question is - my dads wound is not heal...Read More

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hello from a newby

Hello everyone, new to this :) Partner was recently diagnosed with Stage 4 bowel cancer with secondary lung,liver and bone cancer. Chemo is knocking him around alot. Just wanted to say hello

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Looking for cancer doctors in Orange NSW

Hi all, Just wondering if there is anyone here from the Orange NSW region who can point me in the direction of doctors familiar with cancer patients. I am looking to move my mother from WA to Orange NSW for better family support and continue treatments. Looking for...Read More

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hello new member

mother of adult son with leukemia like others trying to help loved one need info on what to do say expect to help and not make things worse. no treatment yet. white cell count up - 205,000 given penicillin for sore throat developed terrible itch all over body obvio...Read More

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