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Your space to discuss the impact of living with cancer. It can help to share with people who understand.

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    problem with understanding situation i am actually stuck in

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    Signs

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    I hate being scared of getting cancer

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    Swollen lymph nodes in neck

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    I’m worried about some lumps

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    Breast Biopsy - normal tissue but suspect lump

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