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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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    Waiting for cervical biopsy and pelvic ultrasound results. I'm so anxious, it's all I can think about.

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    Waiting breast biopsy results but consultant confident it will be positive. I'm so scared of what comes next and need someone to talk to who understands

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    I’m scared and alone

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    Living with incurable stage 4 ovarian cancer HGSOC. I'm really struggling with the reality of my situation and can't lift my mood

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    Diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2012. On prostap and a drug called Enzalutomide. No strength/energy, bones are creaking

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    Firm not very moveable lump on my breast. Have appointment at the breast clinic on Friday and I'm so, so, scared. Has anyone had anything like this?

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