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New test in USA that identifies BC recurrence much earlier ..... up to 2 years
A new Blood test is available in the USA for detecting cancer recurrence up to 2 years in advance of current testing methods (it is not suitable for ALL cancers tho - only some of those presenting as solid Tumours, such as in Lung, Colon, Bladder & Breast) .... called Signatera ... which identifies CT-DNA (circulating…
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Free online wellbeing support programs
Posting here because the cancope programs are ending soon and I really recommend others check it out (I was in the "Mind" program and it was very helpful): copied and pasted from their online site and instagram: "CanCope is an Australian mental health study running free online wellbeing programs for cancer survivors. The…
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Triple Negative preventative medications of reoccurence
Hi everyone I was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer December 2020. My oncologist mentioned an injection I could have to stop reoccurence in my bones for the next 5 years, I also have read about this The use of bisphosphonates to prevent bone metastases remains experimental. Last, bisphosphonates in addition to…
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Scars, cording & swelling: recovery after breast cancer surgery - a webinar
Here is a webinar on scars, cording (usually in the armpit) & swelling, post op - and some exercises to help recover range of movement from cording. I haven't watched all of it - but it looks good. https://counterpart.org.au/information/past-webinars/scars-cording-swelling-recovery-after-breast-cancer-surgery/ Lots of…
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Life after breast cancer
I went through treatment 2016 2017 And still struggle with the will it come back anyone else
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Applying for compasionate grounds to release superannuation
Hi everyoneJust wanted to ask if anyone has any tips on applying for compassionate grounds for release of superannuationI am in the process of having the three pecialists fill in my forms as part of the medical requirements. I am on a centrelink benefit and unemployed and require some super to pay for my home loaan and…
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Q&A Online ... Let’s Talk About Sex .... sign up for a chat ..
That horse bolted a long time ago for me :( .... but it may not be too late for you! Annabel Crabb leads the questions Click here to sign up ...…
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Eyebrows post chemo. Will they come back?
I had thin eyebrows pre-chemo. But now I have none, one year post completion of treatment. Does anyone have suggestions or information? Could it be the Letrazole? I have eyebrow tattoos already.
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You've got this...
I know we all have good days and we all have bad days, hell, sometimes it's good hours and bad hours, not even days. I hope this helps a little: The path maybe rocky, with many twists and turns, there’s going to be downward slopes where you’ll slip and loose control. There’ll be steep trails where you’re likely to trip and…
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Are you Caring for a Partner & Parents with Dementia/Alzheimers
Just wondering how many of us are actively caring for partners or parents with dementia/alzheimers? If there are enough interested in doing so, we could ask the mods for our own group, to discuss the very real and personal issues that affect us, as their carers - and also how it is affecting/impacting our own recovery.…
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Finished radiation treatment today
I finish my radiation treatment today! I am both excited and apprehensive. For the last month it has been a constant and I know this may sound weird but I felt like this was helping me feel comforted in keeping the cancer at bay. Now that I am done I don't know what to do and feel a bit anxious. That probably sounds…
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Anyone discovered a pretty bralette for larger slightl missing chest?
Hi, Has anyone found a pretty bralette for larger sizes. Im 16+. Im a bit tired of sports bra. Not ready for prosthetics so those bras are out. Ive sometimes resorted to the utilitarian do up front mastectomy bra. Meh. I can sometimes get away with a pretty camisole but one side of my chest swing about a bit. Not ideal for…
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Survey on how you are travelling post treatment .... BCNA benefits too from each survey submitted!
I’ve just completed this survey ..... check it out! BCNA gets $1 for each complete survey too! https://surveys.usq.edu.au/index.php/589267?fbclid=IwAR2jUg0P6-dc2m0vBZYofwKC2fZ2oPs8LZdUFaMPql3daLiw7YitLk27c34
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Breast pain 2 years post
Hello all, just want to confirm that breast pain post surgery/radiation is a long term thing? I read somewhere at the beginning of my journey that you should expect 12 months of breast pain/discomfort but it really hasn’t let up at all. My breast is sore to palpate all the time and, even tho I haven’t had a period in 8…
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WHO says no booze til you hit Menopause ..... AS IF!
SO the World Health Organisation now reckons women shouldn’t touch booze til they hit Menopause .... I’ve got news for them! THAT WON’T HAPPEN! https://www.smh.com.au/world/europe/no-booze-until-menopause-who-s-alcohol-guidance-sparks-female-backlash-20210618-p582e4.html What do you reckon?