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    Scared this is something like PC

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    Abnormal breast lesion and lymph node

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    What follows a lumpectomy?

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    Profuse unilateral bleeding, urgent referral to breast clinic. Now waiting for results. Should I be worried?

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    Confused about HPV

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    Breast dimple? Normal or not? Anyone else?

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    Misdiagnosed - originally told I had an anal fissure but now I've been diagnosed with advanced rectal cancer. I'm scared

    Started by Nannybear-69 in Newly diagnosed
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    I am so scared - seeing consultant on Tuesday about prostate biopsy results. Everything seems to be pointing at stage 4 bone cancer. How do you cope with this?

    Started by Biggels in Pre-Diagnosis, Signs & Symptoms
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    Breast lump - been told it's nothing to worry about but it's still there and hasn't gone away. Should I get it checked again?

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    Invasive ductal carcinoma - friends and family seem to be distancing themselves from me. It's breaking my heart.

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    Colonoscopy in 2 weeks time - GP is looking towards IBD but I fear it could be something worse

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    Why do I feel sad after having my cancer removed?

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