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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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Caring for someone with cancer

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    Colorectal cancer - living with a stoma that can't be reversed and worried my cancer will come back. I have flashbacks as well. Is this normal?

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    I'm scared: my husband has grade 4 prostate cancer

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    Lump on left forearm which is same side as breast lump. Should I be worried about this? I have my breast clinic appointment tomorrow

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    Anxiety is through the roof. Due to have breast cancer surgery and really don't know what to expect

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