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    extremely worried teen

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    I believe my friend is lying about her cancer. It's starting to take a really big toll on me constantly worrying about it and I need advice.

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    Exposure to brown asbestos (amosite AIB)

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    Found a breast lump 9 weeks postpartum after giving birth to my premature identical twin boys. I haven't slept or eaten in days. I honestly can't cope

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    Has anyone had a good biopsy result by appointment?

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    Can doctor tell before results

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    Worried immensely - found a smooth, round lump in my breast and I've now been referred on the 2 week pathway

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    Bowel cancer

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    My husband was treated with surgery for pancreatic cancer - it's back in his liver and pocket surrounding his stomach

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    New here: doctor told me my breast lump was suspicious after performing a biopsy

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    Recent breast lump found - trying to stay positive and not over think anything. Has anyone else been through this?

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    Somewhat reassuring

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