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Nerve pain with expander
Hi there, I had a mastectomy 3 weeks ago now and had my first saline fill last week, since then I have had terrible pain where my nipple should be like someone is squeezing it tightly. Has anyone else had this? if so what helped?
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AIs - questions to ask
Hi everyone! I have successfully completed my surgery (03/02/23), and radation (13/04/23). I'm seeing the oncologist tomorrow to discuss/commence AIs. Does anybody have a good list of questions to ask? Or were there things you did ask at your appointment which were useful? Or things you wished you asked initially but…
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Happy birthday to @eight days
happy birthday wishes to @eight days
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Happy birthday to you @Stork
Dear @Stork Wishing you a very happy birthday 😀
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Happy birthday wishes to @Kombigirl
Happy birthday to you @Kombigirl
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Charlotte Tottman speaking about hers (and others) cancer experience
Just found this today - well worth a 'watch' .... with Charlotte Tottman talking about her own experience with breast cancer, as a part of a 4 person panel ..... She was diagnosed with BC in 2019 - and amazed that it shook her so much, as she'd been treating patients with cancer for some years ..... Community Heart Media…
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Integrative oncology talk for interest.
https://yestolife.org.uk/radio_shows/pioneers-of-integrative-oncology/ This talk is available to listen on demand from 21st April 2023. It will be available on utube. The link above provides information but I have copied some of the information about the speakers below A special extended edition of the Yes to Life Show on…
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HRT (Estrogen and Progesterone Hormone Replacement Therapy) After cancer for menopause?
Hi ladies, As the title states, is there any one of you who are menopausal (either due to chemo or ageing) doing HRT/MRT to manage your menopausal symptoms? I am researching into HRT. I had breast cancer in 2016 and these two years entering menopause and the symptoms are awful. The worst are not the hot flushes or night…
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Friday Update - 14th April 2023
Hello everyone, We are into the full swing of the 'Field of Women' early-bird pre-sale tickets campaign this week. If you missed this information on your socials or email, I will share all the details on how to access tickets to attend this amazing experience. We also have a great webcast coming up and recording from the…
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Traveling with prosthesis
Hello everyone - I recently went to Perth airport to see some friends off. I went through the Virgin security and was unceremoniously patted down in public ! I don’t EVER want to go through that again ! We will be traveling domestically in two weeks so I’m looking for advice and support. Tissues have been suggested to use…
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Welcome New Members - 12th April 2023
Hello and welcome to the Online Network's newest members: @Kluger @Helentc @sadta @rpistun @ElaineL @JenniferKK @Hoobies28 @November @Ni-cole @Paddo You have found your way to Breast Cancer Network Australia's (BCNA's) Online Network. This is a forum where you are not alone and can engage with generous members who provide…
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Upcoming event: Port Lincoln Information Forum, 7 March
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) will be hosting an Information Forum in Port Lincoln for people living with breast cancer and their supporters on Tuesday 7 March. The Information Forum will cover a range of topics including the latest in breast cancer treatment, strategies to enhance physical and emotional…
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Brain Mets
It’s a long time since I posted here. Herceptin has been doing a great job as scans 6 months ago came back NED! In July I had a nasty fall and needed skin graft on right knee area, 3 weeks in public hospital, then another 3 in private hospital for wound care and rehab. All good until scan 14 Feb. new spots on a rib and…
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Anyone noticed Ear infections on perjeta ?
Question for those who may be on perjeta treatment I’ve just come back from GP again - three ear infections now in 6 months ( first perforated ear drum , now on 3rd lot of antibiotics )Ear infections listed as a 1 in 10 side effect of perjeta when you Google side effects If you’ve had them , how did you manage them ?I’ll…
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Wonderful 'activity' opportunities available to BC folk after 'active treatment' finishes
Hi guys If you have completed your 'active treatment' (ie surgery, chemo & Rads (- your AI tablets don't affect your ability to apply .... ) there are some wonderful philanthropic organisations that are happy to provide you with 'new challenges' or a free holiday with family & friends ...... I am sure that if you are…