Merkel cell cancer

Hi there

My name is Josie and I was diagnosed with Merkel cell cancer a year ago and had surgeries last June and December with radiotherapy in November and February/March this year.

Mine has unfortunately returned twice since original diagnosis and I'm currently awaiting another scan and biopsy in June.

As others with this cancer will know, it's a rare and aggressive cancer with recurrence rates. Initially I was very positive but with mine recurring so quickly I'm struggling now.

it would be great to talk to others in similar situation.

  • A warm welcome to the Cancer Chat community Josie although I'm sorry about your diagnosis and how quickly it has been returning after treatment. It must be very tough.

    I've had a quick look through the forum and the most recent discussion about merkel cell cancer (merkel cell carcinoma) was at the end of 2020. You can have a look just here and try to reach out to these members but if you don't hear back you're very welcome to talk things through with our cancer nurses on 0808 800 4040 between 9a.m - 5p.m from Tuesday onwards.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

  • Hi Steph 

    Thanks for your reply.

    My son and daughter-in-law are visiting this week so I have lots of family things to keep me occupied! 

    I'll return to the forum after that.

    Thanks again.

    Josie