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    Breast cancer 7 years ago, now my cancer has come back in my back and chest. Treatment is underway and feel fine so far

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    Diagnosed today with Basal Cell Carcinoma on the nose and feeling worried.

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    Immunotherapy - will be starting Pembrolizumab soon. Has anyone had this and what side effects might I have?

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    Anyone receiving Denosumab XGEVA

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    Huge breast lump

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