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Hi just joined this group from WA I had no Intention or desire to put a lable on “It” then it now but was diagnosed with esophagael cancer Jan 2012 had radiation and chemo therapy then big op in April 2012 with pull through surgery to cover stomach to upper portio...Read More
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hey all, what does it mean if there is calcification is present in a tumour please??
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Hi everyone. Just a short intro on me and the situation I have found myself in. In the last 3 months I have gone from noticing blood in my urine. Then learning that I have a 9cm tumor on my left kidney. Finding out within a month that I would be having keyhole surg...Read More
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Hi, my name is April, I was just diagnosed yesterday with stage 3c2 Cervical cancer. I need to be strong for the people I care about. But I just want someone to hear me say I’M SCARED.
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Hearing you have cancer can be confronting and come as a shock. There is no right way to feel and experiencing a range of emotions is normal. It may be reassuring to know that reactions like shock and disbelief, fear, anger and sadness are natural and there are way...Read More
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Three weeks after surgery which was pretty brutal. My surgeon used that word after surgery, not before. I knew what was going to happen but the shock of the reality isn't something you can prepare for. I had been assured by many excellent people that I would n...Read More
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I'm 24 yo woman and they found a 5.6cm tumour in my right kidney when looking for gallstones.Just saw the specialist finally and they said the tumour is malignant. I don't know how they can tell, but they seem confident. I suppose mainly I want to know what other ...Read More
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Hi my name is Carole and I have just been newly diagnosed with Rectal Cancer, the CT scan results have indicated suss looking lymph nodes and I have been recommended to commence 6 week daily chemo/radiation therapy. I have no idea what to expect, can anyone please ...Read More
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Hi,
Have just been diagnosed with anal cancer. Anyone else out there?? Have been told it is a rare cancer- most people have never heard of it.
Jenny
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I am 40 years old and diagnosed with anal cancer two weeks ago. Four days ago I had the tumour removed and once this heals I have to have chemo and radiation (6 weeks). Is there anyone out there that can give me some idea of what I should expect? Any tips and ...Read More
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