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Sometimes you need to talk to someone who understands what you are experiencing, wherever you might be. Join the friendly community on Cancer Chat to reply to others, create a post or ask the nurses a question.

You can talk about any topic – from symptoms to going through treatment. See what others are discussing or search the forum categories of interest to you.

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Living with cancer

Living with cancer

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

Share your feelings and get support if someone you care about is living with cancer.

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Ask the nurses

If you have a question for our Cancer Research UK Nurses, you can ask it here.

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    Dad diagnosed with cancer in A&E last night. What will happen next?

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    Ruth: diagnosed with T3 voice box cancer at the end of July

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    Diagnosed 10 weeks ago with stage 4 lung cancer. Has anyone had side effects from Denosumab injections and Tagrisso tablets?

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    Hi, really suffering with anxiety whilst undergoing tests for a nodule on my lung. Can someone please help me put my mind at rest?

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    Worried - been referred on the 2 week pathway to the breast clinic after doctor found a possible lump

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    Mood swings and being sharp with loved ones after being diagnosed with cancer. Is this normal?

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    Multiple lymph nodes on neck and other worrying symptoms

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    How does experimental treatment work overall? Husband having chemo injected in to his liver

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    Second opinion? Worried about a sun spot on my forehead. Have been told to watch and wait.

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    Mesothelioma treatments

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    cancer at a very young age

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