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They don't mention this in the instructional pamphlet, but cancer really does give you absurd and unexpected little victories once you're into your own personal 'overtime'. For me, I'm 2 years past my use-by, and hoping for at least another fifteen (age 47 with 3 y...Read More
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Hi folks What an interesting time we live in? Working from home again is a strange reminder of when I was recovering from surgery and going through chemo. I don't tend to sleep as much during the day time, but I've squeezed in 39 winks during the odd lunch hour. I ...Read More
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Hello everyoneI just want ask brief question here. It is my first post so... Is Any body facing issue with balance ? Because of cerebellum tumor. ( Anaplastic astrocytoma) did anyone had it and improved their balance and can get back normal movement? Having rad...Read More
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Hi All, I was diagnosed with Atypical neuroendocrine tumor (NET) with likely primary non small cell lung cancer. Stage IV. Also known as high grade carcinoma neuroendocrine differentiation. i feel like I am one in a million well the rate is apparently (0.2%) so I d...Read More
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COVID-19 has brought some extra challenges for people with cancer. Should I delay tests and treatment? How does telehealth work? How can I get support? To help address these and other common concerns, the Cancer Information Unit has teamed up with 13 11 20 to produ...Read More
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I am looking to see if anyone has gone through something similar... this is my story!
I am 33, married with a 21 month old little girl. We had been trying for a baby number 2 for 7- 8 months. I had a really heavy bleed to the point I was drenched to my knees in ...Read More
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I am in fourth week of recovery phase after treatment for throat cancer (chemo x 3, plus 35 radiation). I am recovering well and am now able to eat 3 small meals a day plus 2 peg feeds. My weight has stabilised and I am sleeping well (no naps in the day needed). I ...Read More
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Living with cancer presents significant challenges – from dealing with symptoms and treatments to managing treatment side effects. Introducing some simple lifestyle changes like being physically active and eating a healthy diet can support your sense of health and ...Read More
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Hi folks I like to think of myself as being cured, but I have a forthcoming appointment with my surgeon and another with my oncologist 3 months later. Sometimes I try to convince myself. Sometimes. Anyhooo! My upcoming appointment is... by telephone. The doctor wil...Read More
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Sexuality and intimacy are an important part of our wellbeing and the way in which we develop and maintain our intimate relationships. When you are first diagnosed with cancer, sex may be the furthest thing from your mind. Over time, you may have questions about th...Read More
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