I had my second anniversary while I was on holiday in America. Because of the time difference the actual Melbourne-time anniversary was on the evening before. It was about 10.30am on 7 October 2010 when I was given my cancer diagnosis. I remember sitting in the waiting room beforehand with the only worry on my mind the fact that I was going to be late for work. The time difference thing made the anniversary seem a bit less relevant although I still thought about it. If I had been at work I would have been writing the date all day which I think would have been bothersome so it was good to be on holiday. ... View more

I am travelling at the moment and was able to get cover including my pre existing through CoverMore. Costs a bit but I thought it was worth it. Cheers Rikki ... View more

Congratulations!! Hope you continue to improve! Positive wishes coming your way! PA ... View more

Hello, I also have papillary thyroid cancer. I just turned 23. I was diagnosed when I was 18 and had surgery and RAI, was told I was extremely low risk for recurrence. So I wasn't even that worried when I asked my GP to check a swollen lymph node I found in my neck last September... but it turns out it has spread to my lymph nodes, even my specialist was shocked. I had a neck dissection almost 3 months ago which I was told would be similar to my initial thyroidectomy... but that definitely wasn't the case!! Still really struggling with day to day activities and have only just been able to go back to work full-time. I'm having a whole body scan next week to see whether I need more RAI. I have found another lymph node on the other side of my neck that's been swollen for more than a month, no idea whether I'm being completely paranoid or if it's back AGAIN. Will have to wait and see. My prognosis is still excellent, and I know most cancer patients have it a lot worse, but it's tough to go through. I know doctors mean well when they tell you it's the "best" cancer to have, but that's sort of like debating which is the "best" animal poo to eat 😉 ... View more

Ruby, I am so sorry that is not good treatment at all. I hope you have someone to go with you to hear whatever the news. It might be worth putting in a formal complaint, that is very poor. I hope the news is positive , be kind to yourself in the meantime Rikki ... View more

Thanks for that, I realize I am much more fortunate than some. In fact my Mum's experience helped me as I recognized the symptoms much earlier than most . Good luck to you too Cheers Rikki ... View more