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  • Beryl C.
    Beryl C. Member Posts: 270 ✭
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    Loobylou in June 2011 my GP explained the differences between Public and Private health. I decided to go public with everything. I had surgery, CT scans, ultrasounds, physiotherapy, medication etc. and the only cost has been parking fees. This forum will help you make sense of all manner of things particularly in the early days when both thinking and emotions go into overload. xxxxBeryl
  • Zoffiel
    Zoffiel Member Posts: 3,372 ✭
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    If you want to go public @Loobylou, you are living in the right place as there are excellent services close to you.
    The private/public debate rages on. If you can afford it,  private practitioners are an option. If you can't, go public for some procedures. As Kate has pointed out, it is essential to find out what the out of pocket costs are before you commit to anyone.
    Chemotherapy is free, regardless of who prescribes it, you do, however pay for discharge medications and any private specialists you use.
    The main consideration when it comes to oncologists is whether you like your doctor. If you don't take to them, find another.
    Mxx
  • Loobylou
    Loobylou Member Posts: 49 ✭
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    I am so hyper aware of the lump, feel like it's pulsing... Sure it's all in my head but my boob is sore, could be all the checking I do - hoping it's gone!
  • Giovanna_BCNA
    Giovanna_BCNA Member Posts: 1,839 ✭
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    Hi @Loobylou sorry that you find yourself here, but you will find great support from our online community members.  I thinks its only normal to be so aware of the breast lump now that the diagnosis has been made. Dont hesitate to call our helpline on 1800 500 258 to speak with a cancer nurse for information and support.  We are open Monday to Friday from 9 am till 6 pm.  It will be a huge relief to have your surgery, wishing you all the best with your treatment.
  • kmakm
    kmakm Member Posts: 7,974 ✭
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    Hang in there @Loobylou. It will be gone soon. K xox
  • kitkatb
    kitkatb Member Posts: 442 ✭
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    Hey   @Shellshocked2018_ Hope all going well with you and the chemo.  xox
  • Shellshocked2018_
    Shellshocked2018_ Member Posts: 283 ✭
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    Hi Kitkat sent a private message xx
  • Loobylou
    Loobylou Member Posts: 49 ✭
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    So oncologist tomorrow, cried through my scans yesterday. Nurses were so nice I just couldn't keep it together.
    Feel I need to be strong and matter of fact for my hubby and kids, so they aren't too spooked. But am so scared there will be more cancer in there. Just rang the consultants rooms to make sure the oncologist would have everything!
    tomorrow makes it all even more real... 
  • kmakm
    kmakm Member Posts: 7,974 ✭
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    Deep breaths lovely. Take it one hour at a time. Big hug, K xox
  • Zoffiel
    Zoffiel Member Posts: 3,372 ✭
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    One day at a time @Loobylou. You just have to plod through the process. It sucks. Mxx
  • Sister
    Sister Member Posts: 4,960 ✭
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    Always harder when people are nice!
  • Blossom1961
    Blossom1961 Member Posts: 2,377 ✭
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    Hi @Loobylou Everyone here is sending you virtual hugs. Know that you are wrapped and cocooned.
  • kitkatb
    kitkatb Member Posts: 442 ✭
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    @Loobylou big hug from me and thinking of you tomorrow. it does it just sucks but you will get through this it is just the waiting and not knowing.  deep breath.  xo
  • Riki_BCNA
    Riki_BCNA Staff Posts: 323 ✭
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    Hi @Loobylou know you don’t have to be strong all the time. Be sure to take someone with you tomorrow for support. Remember your health care team is there for you so don’t hesitate to let them know how you are feeling so they can help you the best they can. Take care of you.

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