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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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    How do I keep my lovely mum positive when I’m crumbling inside

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    Sentinel lymph node biopsy for melanoma - has anyone had this?

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    Scared- possible ovarian cancer

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    Could my symptoms be a sign of GIST (Gastro Intestinal Stromal Tumour)?

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    Strange left sided symptoms in my breast and armpit - googled everything and fearing the worst

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    Spotting five years after cervical cancer

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    Confused - unsure why Mum might not be able to have treatment if she has two different cancers

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    Kim - bowel cancer - awaiting scan

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    Diagnosed in the last 6 months. Not sure if this is a permanent condition or not and struggling to get travel insurance. Can anyone help?

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