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Di_17
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13 years ago

chemo

Hi. I am new to this website. Had surgery last Wed. Wide local excision and axillary clearance. Still cant believe I have been dealt this blow! Im 38 years old with 2 young kids and supportive husband.

I get my results on Wed and expect to be told that I will need chemotherapy.

Just wondering if theres is anyone from Melbourne and any experiences with chemo. Did you choose where to have it? Public or private? Anybody been to the Olivia Newton John centre at the Austin Hospital? I live in the northern suburbs. Any info at all would be most appreciated!

chemotherapy

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  • Anonymous's avatar
    Anonymous
    Not applicable
    13 years ago

    Hi Di,

    I just wanted to jump in and say welcome to the online network. If you need a hand finding your way around just shout.

    Also if you are looking to connect online as well as face-to-face you might want to have a look at the online directory where you can search for support and services around your area: http://www.bcna.org.au/directory/listing

    Good luck and just shout if you need a hand finding your way around.

    ~ Daina

  • sillysam83's avatar
    sillysam83
    Member
    13 years ago

    Hi, 

    Im from melbourne too, we have a support group online on FaceBook if your interested for young women with cancer. https://www.facebook.com/groups/youngpinksisters/ ;

    Good luck with your test results. I had my treatment done in public. 

    Feel free to chat anytime you like. 

    I have friends that go to olivia newton john centre and they find it really good.