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Re: 🌱Wednesday Wellness - Creativity, Self-Care & a Special Giveaway! - 29July26🎁
Some of my diary entries during treatment - My stomach is flat. It’s just the L is silent. Commas are important - No more vodka. No, more vodka Do people who run marathons realise they don’t have to? Sometimes I hear the voice of chocolate at night, calling to me from the kitchen. The veges are oddly quiet.56ViewsSign in to react to this post1Comment- ViewsSign in to react to this postComments
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Celebrating diversity - a quick explanation of the rainbow colours.
BCNA has recently developed some great resources for people in the LGBTIQ+ community with a breast cancer diagnosis, so here’s a bit more information In case you’ve been wondering what those colours mean.ViewsSign in to react to this postComments- ViewsSign in to react to this postComments
Re: Mammogram after lumpectomy
I went through this in mid November, the lead up was hard, too much worrying on my part. Mammogram was a bit more painful, but the radiographer was lovely and did her best to minimise the pain. I had to have a core biopsy on a suspicious area a few weeks later, thankfully benign. Try not to worry that you’re worried, but it’s ok to be worried...I’m hoping all will be well with you.ViewsSign in to react to this postCommentsRe: Suspicious Bone Lesions
Not good news, so sorry...but yep, one step at a time has worked for me...we’re here for youViewsSign in to react to this postCommentsRe: AI side- effects
Thanks for your comments, I really value them, as you both speak from experience. I have my oncologist appointment next week, so will make a decision after that.,it’s been a bit hard lately, have had an increase in intensity of these side effects, hopefully will settle soon.ViewsSign in to react to this postComments
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We recognise that the breast cancer experience can be uniquely complex for LGBTIQ+ individuals. From navigating healthcare systems that may not always feel inclusive, to dealing with assumptions about gender, bodies, relationships, and identity—this group exists to honour and support those experiences in a safe, affirming environment.Invasive Lobular Cancer (ILC)
This group is for anyone diagnosed with invasive lobular breast cancer (ILC), which begins in the milk-producing lobules and accounts for around 10% of invasive breast cancers (US statistics). Connect with others, share experiences, and access peer support from people who understand the unique aspects of an ILC diagnosis.
