@greg57, We've all got our battles haven't we, so glad we've all met up on this site as it's good to talk. I can understand that your symptoms are a worry, I don't blame you, it's all so unknown and scary , and OF COURSE you can complain, it's all horrible and you are going through a lot too, don't worry about me, I just feel better complaining on here!! 😂 I'll get through OK and I just hope you can too. But if your symptoms get worse if I was you I'd give the nurses a call, discuss it with them, they'll know what to do and help you. At least the Centrelink has come through for you, it seems they try to make it as difficult as possible to deter people or something, not fair for people who are really sick.  So glad it's eased your stress a little. Summers nearly here, the waters warming up, I'm hoping and praying you will be well enough to at least get in there again in the near future. Good luck with your bloods, I have mine tomorrow then more chemo Thursday, thank you for your kind words, Wishing you the best too, Cindi xx   ... View more

Hi Cindi , I'm having a good day, there is only little pain, hardly noticeable, I also had a good sleep ,a first for a long time 🙂 So sorry your having a tough time, I wish I could give you some of my good feelings, you're a very courageous person with a strong will, and with your kind words, you give me some of that courage as well. I'm hoping that very soon you'll be feeling a bit better. Sending you love and comforting hugs. You're always in my thoughts of becoming well. Richard xx ... View more

Hi @Lilly1 ,   Oh my goodness , you poor thing, what a horrible experience for you.   I've had a few skin cancers removed, actually more than a few, as I love the beach and walking, but never had a skin cancer down there, must be extremely painful. So sorry.   But you have a good attitude and it WILL heal, I just want you to know I'm thinking of you.   Sending healing thoughts and hugs,   Cindi xx❤️ ... View more

Hi @Leme23 ,   Oh I'm so sorry, how cruel that this has happened to one so young.   But your young age will help you, I know it's a shock, but it may NOT be as bad as you're assuming. When do you find out more? when do you see your specialist again?   There is so much advancement in care these days, try not to think the worst, I know it's terrifying but it may be very treatable so try to take a deep breath and realise this wont be a death sentence, you'll fight this and come out the other end just a stronger person, you WILL.   I had breast cancer last year ( beat that) then bladder/ureter cancer this year ( unrelated) and I'm beating it.   Be strong, ( for your little ones)  and once you have all the facts, follow what your team decides to beat this and you'll feel a bit better, knowing you're in the hands of experts.   Try NOT to read Dr Google as info is often wrong or out dated or just dodgy.   Ask as many questions as possible ( write them down) when you see your Oncologist.   I always find when you know where you stand you feel calmer. Information is so important ( from the specialists)   I'm so, so sorry this has happened to you, hope you can see your specialist or Oncologist soon, have you a date?   Sending a big hug,   Cindi xx ... View more

Hi @YelenaVSH ,   Oh I'm so sorry, you seem strong though to consider shaving your hair, that's a big step.   I had a friend last year on another forum ( BCNA online forum) the breast cancer forum Australia, and she did the same as you, shaving her hair, but she's through a tough chemo now and free of cancer and hair growing back fast, so maybe you'd like to also reach out there, so many women with breast cancer, so much support. You'll get through it, just try to think of the chemo as the "good poison", and trust in your team. Sending hugs, Cindi xx ... View more

Hi @Frip  I had stage 2 bowel cancer and had some quite a bit of surgery. Personally, I didn't have any issues if my wife went away.  He has cancer, sure, but life goes on. Everything continues. Let him know that you are going and why, and give him the dates. The two of you can check in with each other on a regular basis if need be. Good luck   ... View more

Hi Ashley Thanks for taking the time to contact me,it is a difficult time,I’m fortunate my family and friends are there for me,if I feel down the track,I need more emotional support I will contact the number provided.   I appreciate your thoughts thanks. KJ ... View more

Hi Ruthock,   If there is anything we here at Cancer Council can do, please ring our 13 11 20 line if you have any questions. In terms of wider peer support, we also have Telephone Support Groups for those with advanced forms of cancer, or the Cancer Connect service for those with early/localised cancers who are looking for one-on-one support with someone who has also gone through cancer. We're here if you need.   All the best, Ashley CCNSW. ... View more

Hi JulianDonn,   Thank you for asking around this on our community forums. I hope you find the answers you're looking for on here. If you end up coming back to Australia, you can always give us a call to get some extra emotional support if you need.  We also have some downloadable booklets which may be helpful for you as well: Downloadable resources | Cancer Council   Thinking of you, Ashley.  CCNSW ... View more

Hi Leslie, there is a Facebook group 'Lymphoma Down Under' which is very active. There are lots of questions there and advice in the community for how everyone is coping. Sending you lots of love, light and healing.  ... View more