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    Christmas with those we hold dear. 2025 (poem)

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    Plastic surgeon appointment after a suspected cancer referral

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    Irony - came for radiotherapy, ended up in casualty. Currently sitting with 2 drips and settling down for a night of observation

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    Sinal Sheath tumour

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    Ascites - when should we be worried about symptoms? My husband is in pain & discomfort and I can't get a hold of his nurse specialist. I don't know what to do

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    Last Reply 29 days ago
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    SCC on lip, Transplant patient

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    Unusual vaginal bleeding. My GP isn't much help and I'm at a loss of where to turn to next

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    Hello all - my prostate and pancreatic cancer journey so far

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    Newbie - starting chemo in January

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    Why is my terminal ill husband pushing us away?

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    Visible breast lump but cant feel one. Worried about waiting until after New Year to get this checked. What should I do?

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