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    So I’m having my testicle removed in the morning…

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    Looking for advice of alternative treatments that can be used alongside medication

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    Low blood count and positive FIT test - is this a sign of bowel cancer?

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    My dad passed away 1 week ago

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    SCLC spread - will treatment be withdrawn?

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    just notified of fast track referral for colonoscopy, message is "Urgent Suspected Cancer - Lower GI (Colo or Anal) RAS"

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