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Survivor of childhood cancer, anyone else?

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Hello,

I am a survivor of a rare form of rhabdomyosarcoma that was formed in the tissue of the vagina. I was diagnosed between the ages of 2-7years old. After major surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy I beat it. I am happy to say still 20 years on I am a healthy and happy young adult.

However given the nature of the cancer I survived I struggle to talk about it, and has held me back from venturing into relationships as I am worried how someone may look at me or react when I tell them my circumstances.

I was wondering if anyone else who is a survivor of childhood cancer could give advice on having the 'C' talk with partners, or navigating the world of relationships?

Also open to providing and reaching out to other childhood cancer survivors to give support.

Best,

E

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    Hello Enna I was born with a rare childhood cancer malignant neuroblastoma like yourself went through radiotherapy, chemo, plastic surgery,operations, tracheostomy, was even given the last rights, was born in the 60's in and out of hospital never found out I had cancer till I was 21, from birth until early fifties cancer free so live your life your doing well .  Enna your young a baby to me ,the world has moved on so much people are accepted for all kinds of problems , just make time have a tea and tell who you want to know and stand tall and proud , you've achieved a lot .

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    Hello Enna I was born with a rare childhood cancer malignant neuroblastoma like yourself went through radiotherapy, chemo, plastic surgery,operations, tracheostomy, was even given the last rights, was born in the 60's in and out of hospital never found out I had cancer till I was 21, from birth until early fifties cancer free so live your life your doing well .  Enna your young a baby to me ,the world has moved on so much people are accepted for all kinds of problems , just make time have a tea and tell who you want to know and stand tall and proud , you've achieved a lot .

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