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Particularly in the mornings I'm getting quite a hot feeling on the back, I've mentioned this to my Oncologist & he said he thinks it might be because my ovaries are shutting down due to Menopause, can you suggest anything I can do for it.MMM
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How does one prepare your family for surgery? I'm due for laparotomy in November and will be in hospital for at least a week. Hubby is working full time (also dealing with his emotions re my treatment/ diagnosis). Two young children at school. I'm worried for my fi...Read More
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A diagnosis of advanced cancer can bring many physical challenges. Cancer Council NSW’s podcast series The Thing About Advanced Cancer focuses on three common symptoms of advanced cancer – breathlessness, delirium and pain.“Managing Breathlessness when Cancer is Advanced...Read More
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I finished my 4th chemo 2,5 weeks ago, and am having a 4 weeks break before surgery. But, I have developed a sore throat and coughs, no fever. My kids and husband were sick. Wondering if there's any helpful remedies.
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I am an 83 yr old male with stage three Mesothelioma, and I will be seeing my Oncologist next week to discuss whether to have Chemo or not, anybody else's experiences would be appreciated.I am very fit for my age, that is why I am being offered this, as usually I a...Read More
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Hi, new to community. Does anyone know how to wrap chest after double mastectomy? Took off at hospital before I left, rewrapped by nurse and I don't believe it was the same as initial wrap. My husband has wrapped me, but would feel slot better if I knew there wa...Read More
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Hi Guys,Im a new by to this site. Been on chemo since jan 2019. Unfortunately I have the one that never goes away, it got my bowel, liver and 1 lung but am having a bit of a win, got it under control it seems but could be different tomorrow as we all know. I’m stru...Read More
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Hi. I am wondering what kind of experiences anyone with pancreatic neuroendocrine tumour has had while taking Lanreotide.I had bad experiences trying it and had to stop the treatment.Hope some people are able to comment.David50
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Hi, have any one of you tried using cannabis along side chemo and/or radiation therapy? If yes: 1. What was your cance diagnosis and your primary treatment (chemo or radiation, or both)?2. What effects (and side effects) did you experince using cannabis?3. What k...Read More
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I hope this link may help someone who is about to start chemo with Oxaliplatin. It is a small study that shows that keeping ice chips in the mouth during oxaliplatin chemotherapy may prevent cold sensitivity, a common oral side effect. I'm 6 cycles into my treatmen...Read More
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