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    My friend got diagnosed with throat cancer - really interested in learning more about cancer and helping people with it

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    Basal Cell Carcinoma on my face - was diagnosed yesterday. Terrified of being diagnosed with more. How can I protect myself in the sun?

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    ER+ PR+ her2 low - can I request chemo alongside the radiotherapy if my surgery results come back clear? Worried about the cancer returning somewhere else

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    Anyone been taking Creon for more than three years?

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