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    Recently diagnosed with prostate cancer, T2 N0 M0

    Started by Zardoz58 in Introduce yourself
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    Worried I have cancer - I've noticed blood when I wipe after I go to the toilet

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    Going through this again? After finding a lump almost a year and a half ago, I'm now having more issues with my breast

    Started by Dottidoo23 in Pre-Diagnosis, Signs & Symptoms
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    Last Reply 8 months ago
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    Endometrial cancer or something else?

    Started by Scoobydoo1980 in Pre-Diagnosis, Signs & Symptoms
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    Last Reply 8 months ago
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    Stressed - feel like I'm being fobbed off by my GP, what can I do to get some help/reassurance?

    Started by Niknoodle in Pre-Diagnosis, Signs & Symptoms
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    Last Reply 8 months ago
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    Any experience with endometrial biopsies?

    Started by Seasnake in Pre-Diagnosis, Signs & Symptoms
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    Last Reply 8 months ago
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    Just had my mastectomy and I still don't think it's dawned on me that I was diagnosed with cancer

    Started by Mc1975 in Living with cancer
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    Last Reply 8 months ago
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    determined - 3 years cancer free but I still have weakness in my legs and issues with mobility. Would a walking treadmill help?

    Started by nannychrissy1947 in Living with cancer
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    Last Reply 8 months ago
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    Double whammy within 3 days

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    Last Reply 8 months ago
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    Symptoms have been going on for so long and no-one is listening to me. Please help. I feel so alone

    Started by Sue64 in Introduce yourself
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    Last Reply 8 months ago
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    Drecka - diagnosed with stage 1b endometrial cancer

    Started by Cossins in Introduce yourself
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    I’m 26 and lost my Mum 6 months ago - heartbroken and looking to chat with people who are in a similar position

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