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Your space to discuss the impact of living with cancer. It can help to share with people who understand.

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Caring for someone with cancer

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    In the scheme of things an daft question (but I want to feel human again)

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    Suziebird - diagnosed with malignant melanoma which has spread. Worried about the surgery I might have to have if my next one doesn't work. What could it be?

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    Gross haematuria - blood found in urine and I've been referred to the haematuria clinic. My mind is working overtime

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