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Drisc1963
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Hi , I confirmed with family and friends a few weeks ago that I had been diagnosed with stage 4 renal cancer 

Since then I have been inundated with guidance from everyone which includes medical guidance ( totally unqualified) and how the medical profession should be managed. !!

I just wondered if this is a phase and eventually people just ask the simple question..how are you 

thank you 

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    Hello Drisci1963, and yes, in my own personal experience of having terminal cancer, this does seem to be the norm.  Relatives, friends and neighbours, with no medical qualifications at all have been telling me of 'miracle cures' and so on and so forth.  One of the most annoying is my neighbour who is always telling me that Green Tea will cure me.  If only it was that easy!  I remain polite and smile and thank them for their concern, but it can be very annoying when suddenly, everyone seems to think that they are an expert on the subject.  I keep reminding  myself that they are only trying to help, and this is what keeps me from totally losing my cool.  Take care, xx

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    Thank you for taking time to reply I am very grateful  

    I had the green tea one last weekend

    I hope your ok xx

  • Offline in reply to Drisc1963

    You're welcome.  I have good days and bad days.  I wish you all the best on this nightmare cancer journey, xx

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