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Stage 1V melanoma

Peter452
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I know I have had melanoma for years but lately last few weeks my breathing is affected and another sign for me not long to go now. I moved to a different area five weeks ago and even my GP doesn't have updated medical records in fact no one does. I have dermatology appointment on 8th October and had to go to doctors and complain about pain I was in to get seen again as I had biopsy two years ago. Neither the doctor or where I'm living has a clue how much pain I'm in and just being left in a bed to look after myself I just don't have the energy anymore. No one to ever talk to where I live and I cry everyday alone with my suffering. I just had to say what I'm experiencing now and if you have any suggestions where I can get actual help from as been totally neglected here now. 

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  • Hello Peter452 and thanks for your post,

    I am sorry to hear about your situation and the horrible time that you are having.

    It is good that you are now seeing the dermatologist on the 8th of October but as you are struggling with your health it is important that you make your GP aware of the problems that you are having at home.

    You say that your doctor has no record of your past diagnosis of melanoma. It would be worth contacting your old GP or the hospital where you were previously seen so you can get your records sent to your GP and dermatologist.

    You are very welcome to ring and go through all of this with one of the helpline nurses.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    All the best,

    Catherine

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  • Hello Peter452 and thanks for your post,

    I am sorry to hear about your situation and the horrible time that you are having.

    It is good that you are now seeing the dermatologist on the 8th of October but as you are struggling with your health it is important that you make your GP aware of the problems that you are having at home.

    You say that your doctor has no record of your past diagnosis of melanoma. It would be worth contacting your old GP or the hospital where you were previously seen so you can get your records sent to your GP and dermatologist.

    You are very welcome to ring and go through all of this with one of the helpline nurses.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    All the best,

    Catherine

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