Breast Cancer Care Forum

Hello Sandie Thank you for posting We know that one of the side effects of anastrozole is bone thinning so its natural to worry about your recent bone density scan as you may be taking anastrozole for another two years.  Osteopenia and osteoporosis are not the same and the way they are managed is different. Osteopenia is the stage before osteoporosis. This is when your bone density scan shows that you have lower bone density than the average for your age.  Osteopenia does not always lead to osteoporosis and may be treated with calcium and Vit D supplements. Osteoporosis is a condition where your bones lose their strength and density. This leads to bones becoming fragile and more likely to break. There are a range of ways to prevent and treat osteoporosis that may include bisphosphonates, which help to strengthen the bones. It would be best to speak to your oncologist to discuss what is best for your individual situation.  If she feels that continuing with the anastrozole important for you, she will discuss how best to manage your bone health, considering your recent bone density scan result.  This may include medication to prevent or treat osteopenia or osteoporosis. Do call our Helpline if you would like to talk this through or have any further questions. Your call will be confidential, and the number is free from UK landlines and all mobile networks. The number is 0808 800 6000 (Text relay prefix 18001). Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm and 9am -1pm on Saturday. Out of hours you can leave a message and we will call you back when we next open. Best wishes Eve Breast Cancer Now Nurse Please read the Ask Our Nurses disclaimer  Full details on how we collect and use your data can be found in our Privacy Policy This thread will now be closed from further replies. If you have any additional questions or would like to provide feedback, please start a new thread. ... View more

Hi Magsta74 Thanks for posting. It’s understandable to feel scared about taking letrozole when you read all the side effects.  Like any drug, letrozole can cause side effects. However, everyone reacts differently to drugs and some people have more side effects than others. If you do get side effects these commonly occur within the first few weeks and months of taking the drug. For many people, side effects improve within the first few months of starting the treatment. Letrozole is not a chemotherapy drug, it belongs to a family of drugs known as aromatase inhibitors, which are often referred to as hormone therapy.  Talking to someone who has had a similar experience can be helpful and our Someone Like Me service can arrange for one of our volunteers to talk to you by email or telephone. Our volunteers have had a personal experience of breast cancer and are trained to provide support. You can ring the Someone Like Me team on 0345 077 1893, or email them someone.likeme@breastcancernow.org so they can then match you to your volunteer.  If you are concerned about any side effects you are getting whilst taking letrozole you can speak to your breast care nurse or treatment team. Do call our Helpline if you would like to talk this through or have any further questions. Your call will be confidential, and the number is free from UK landlines and all mobile networks. The number is 0808 800 6000 (Text relay prefix 18001). Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm and 9am -1pm on Saturday. Out of hours you can leave a message and we will call you back when we next open. Best wishes Louise Breast Cancer Now Nurse Please read the Ask Our Nurses disclaimer  Full details on how we collect and use your data can be found in our Privacy Policy This thread will now be closed from further replies. If you have any additional questions or would like to provide feedback, please start a new thread. ... View more

Hello Pye Thanks for posting. This sounds like a very difficult time. As jaybro says you can contact your breast care nurse, if you have one. The breast care nurse is your key contact and can represent your views at the MDT meeting. Consent for treatment needs to be given and you should have the opportunity to discuss any treatment they are recommending. It might help to call us to talk this through. We often find we can help people more by speaking to them on the phone. And we can let  you more about the range of services we offer that might help you feel more supported The number is 0808 800 6000 (Text relay prefix 18001). Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm and 9am -1pm on Saturday. Out of hours you can leave a message and we will call you back when we next open. Best wishes Jane Breast Cancer Now Nurse Please read the Ask Our Nurses disclaimer  Full details on how we collect and use your data can be found in our Privacy Policy     ... View more

Hello Lindsey.D.in.MN Thanks for posting. This sounds like a very difficult time. Developing a new symptom understandably causes anxiety. Also, significant anniversaries can trigger a range of different emotions. Pain, altered sensation and skin changes can occur following radiotherapy  but as you say it’s important to know for sure what’s causing this. It may be helpful to contact your breast care nurse, if you have one. The breast care nurse is your key contact. If you find you cannot get the help you need with this, it might help to know how to raise your concerns and have them addressed. The process for this varies in the different countries of the UK. Do click on the relevant country for more information. England N. Ireland Scotland Wales It might help to call us to talk this through. We often find we can help people more by speaking to them on the phone. It’s also an opportunity to express worries and anxieties. And we can let  you more about the range of services we offer that might help you feel more supported The number is 0808 800 6000 (Text relay prefix 18001). Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm and 9am -1pm on Saturday. Out of hours you can leave a message and we will call you back when we next open. Best wishes Jane Breast Cancer Now Nurse Please read the Ask Our Nurses disclaimer  Full details on how we collect and use your data can be found in our Privacy Policy This thread will now be closed from further replies. If you have any additional questions or would like to provide feedback, please start a new thread. ... View more

Hi Butler10 Thanks for posting. It’s not uncommon to notice new symptoms in other parts of your body when you are diagnosed with breast cancer, and wonder what may be the cause. It’s not possible for us to say what may be causing the pain in your left calf, but from what you describe it sounds quite severe.  There could be many reasons why this has developed  but a possible cause could be a blood clot or a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) which can happen more often in people with breast cancer.  If you haven’t done so already it is important for you to contact your treatment team, GP or local A&E straight away, so they can assess your symptoms. Do call our Helpline if you would like to talk this through or have any further questions. Your call will be confidential, and the number is free from UK landlines and all mobile networks. The number is 0808 800 6000 (Text relay prefix 18001). Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm and 9am -1pm on Saturday. Out of hours you can leave a message and we will call you back when we next open. We also offer a range of free supportive services that you might be interested in. Best wishes Louise Breast Cancer Now Nurse Please read the Ask Our Nurses disclaimer  Full details on how we collect and use your data can be found in our Privacy Policy This thread will now be closed from further replies. If you have any additional questions or would like to provide feedback, please start a new thread. ... View more

Hi LoisJ Thanks for posting asking about the side effects you are experiencing since you started letrozole. It sounds like a difficult time for you. Common side effects of letrozole include difficulty sleeping, low mood and it can also cause high blood pressure in some people.  Although anxiety itself can cause physical symptoms, such as a racing heart.  For many people, side effects improve within the first few months of starting the treatment. However, for some people they may persist causing distress and disrupt everyday life.   It is not clear from your post if some of the symptoms you mention have stopped or you have stopped taking your medication.  As you are experiencing symptoms and feeling anxious, talk to your GP, breast care nurse or treatment team, if you are still being followed up. They may be able to offer ways of improving your symptoms.   Our mobile app Becca provides information, tips and inspiration to help you move forward. The easy-to-use cards give you bite-size information on everything from managing menopausal symptoms to strategies for coping with anxiety. Categories include diet, exercise, mindfulness and body image. You can also read personal stories from people like you who are adjusting to life beyond breast cancer treatment. You can download Becca for free from Google Play and the App Store. If you don’t have a smartphone, you can use the online version. Do call our Helpline if you would like to talk this through or have any further questions. Your call will be confidential, and the number is free from UK landlines and all mobile networks. The number is 0808 800 6000 (Text relay prefix 18001). Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm and 9am -1pm on Saturday. Out of hours you can leave a message and we will call you back when we next open. Best wishes Louise Breast Cancer Now Nurse Please read the Ask Our Nurses disclaimer  Full details on how we collect and use your data can be found in our Privacy Policy This thread will now be closed from further replies. If you have any additional questions or would like to provide feedback, please start a new thread. ... View more

Hi Twinkle84 Thanks for posting. It’s natural to wonder if you should be concerned when you notice a change on your breast. Although it’s not possible to say what may be causing the changes that you mention, it’s always good to check them out with your GP.  Breast changes can happen for many reasons. The pain you are noticing may  be due to hormonal changes as part of your monthly cycle (period) or due to benign conditions (not cancer). However, the brown mark on your breast could be caused by a skin condition.  If you haven’t heard back already, as Cabransa suggests it may be worth contacting your GP again.  It is likely you will be offered a telephone appointment in the first instance. You may find our booklet Know your breasts: a guide to breast awareness and screening helpful to look at. Do call our Helpline if you would like to talk this through or have any further questions. Your call will be confidential, and the number is free from UK landlines and all mobile networks. The number is 0808 800 6000 (Text relay prefix 18001). Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm and 9am -1pm on Saturday. Out of hours you can leave a message and we will call you back when we next open. Best wishes Louise Breast Cancer Now Nurse Please read the Ask Our Nurses disclaimer  Full details on how we collect and use your data can be found in our Privacy Policy This thread will now be closed from further replies. If you have any additional questions or would like to provide feedback, please start a new thread. ... View more

Hi Annie1925 Thanks for posting It’s understandable for you to worry about what the changes you are noticing may be, especially with you having a breast abscess last year. It’s not possible for us to say what may be causing the redness and flattening of your nipple.  Breast changes can happen for many reasons. They may be due to hormonal changes as part of your monthly cycle (period) or due to benign conditions (not cancer). As the changes you mention are ongoing you can contact your GP to have it checked again.  They certainly won’t think you are a timewaster. You may find it helpful to look at  our booklet Know your breasts: a guide to breast awareness and screening. Do call our Helpline if you would like to talk this through or have any further questions. Your call will be confidential, and the number is free from UK landlines and all mobile networks. The number is 0808 800 6000 (Text relay prefix 18001). Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm and 9am -1pm on Saturday. Out of hours you can leave a message and we will call you back when we next open. Best wishes Louise Breast Cancer Now Nurse Please read the Ask Our Nurses disclaimer  Full details on how we collect and use your data can be found in our Privacy Policy This thread will now be closed from further replies. If you have any additional questions or would like to provide feedback, please start a new thread. ... View more

Hi Landygirl Thanks for posting. It’s understandable you’ve been focusing on getting through your chemotherapy and have now got further questions. Chemotherapy is given after surgery for primary breast cancer to destroy any cancer cells that may not have been removed and reduce the risk of cancer coming back in the future. Whilst we know this is a very effective way of destroying any cancer cells which may remain, it isn’t possible to be absolutely certain unless the tissue is examined under a microscope. So further surgery or sometimes radiotherapy to the axilla may be recommended. You may also be offered radiotherapy to the chest area if you didn’t have clear margins after the mastectomy. When treatment for breast cancer has been completed it’s still possible for it to come back in the chest area (local recurrence) or in another part of the body. It is for this reason that all women are advised to be aware of any new or changing symptoms and to get them checked out by their treatment team or GP. You can read more about what to look out for on our website. Although most breast cancers don’t come back, living with uncertainty about what might happen in the future can be difficult to adjust to. It may be helpful to have a chat to your breast care nurse and as Jaybro suggests you can contact her at any time. You may be interested in our resources that are particularly for those who have come to the end of their main hospital treatment. These are known as our Moving forward services and include our Moving Forward Book and outside the current coronavirus situation our Moving Forward courses.  These provide information, support, and professional guidance on how to cope with, and adjust to, life after breast cancer treatment. However, we’ve had to take the difficult decision to suspend all our face-to-face services until the end of June 2020, following the latest government guidance regarding coronavirus. Our mobile app Becca provides information, tips and inspiration to help you move forward. The easy-to-use cards give you bite-size information on everything from managing menopausal symptoms to strategies for coping with anxiety. Categories include diet, exercise, mindfulness and body image. You can also read personal stories from people like you who are adjusting to life beyond breast cancer treatment. You can download Becca for free from Google Play and the App Store. If you don’t have a smartphone, you can use the online version. Some people find it helpful to talk through their thoughts and feelings in more depth and if you think you might find this helpful your breast care nurse or GP might be able to refer you for a talking therapy. You are always welcome to give us a call. Do call our Helpline if you would like to talk this through or have any further questions. Your call will be confidential, and the number is free from UK landlines and all mobile networks. The number is 0808 800 6000 (Text relay prefix 18001). Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm and 9am -1pm on Saturday. Out of hours you can leave a message and we will call you back when we next open. Please be aware that we will be closed on Monday 25 May due to the bank holiday. Best wishes   Val   Breast Cancer Now Nurse Please read the Ask Our Nurses disclaimer  Full details on how we collect and use your data can be found in our Privacy Policy This thread will now be closed from further replies. If you have any additional questions or would like to provide feedback, please start a new thread. ... View more

  Hi Blovesdreamies Before the menopause, oestrogen is mainly produced in the ovaries.  Zoladex (Goserelin) switches off this production by interfering with hormone signals from the brain that control how the ovaries work. This is known as ovarian suppression.  When the drug is stopped, the ovaries will usually start to produce oestrogen again and most women will re-start their periods within three months to a year after finishing treatment. If your daughter stopped the Zoladex at the end of last year, it may be that her periods are returning.   If she is still having Zoladex the reason for the bleeding should be checked by her treatment team.  Despite the current pandemic, GP practices and breast treatment teams are still available.  Most people are being offered a telephone appointment in the first instance so do get your daughter to phone her treatment team or breast care nurse to discuss this. We have a number of services and support designed specifically for younger women that may be of interest to your daughter if she is not already aware of this. If you or your daughter would like to talk this through or have any further questions, do call our Helpline. Your call will be confidential, and the number is free from UK landlines and all mobile networks. The number is 0808 800 6000 (Text relay prefix 18001). Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm and 9am -1pm on Saturday. Out of hours you can leave a message and we will call you back when we next open. Please be aware that we will be closed on Monday 25 May due to the bank holiday. Best wishes   Eve Breast Cancer Now Nurse Please read the Ask Our Nurses disclaimer  Full details on how we collect and use your data can be found in our Privacy Policy This thread will now be closed from further replies. If you have any additional questions or would like to provide feedback, please start a new thread. ... View more

Hi Jowels Thanks for posting. Although we can’t advise on an individuals’ situation, we know that chemotherapy can put people at greater risk of developing coronavirus and of becoming seriously ill from it. As Mini mad says a number of women with breast cancer currently needing chemotherapy are having changes to their treatment plan. It’s not possible for us to say what the risk for you is having four rather than six cycles of chemotherapy. The unexpected situation we find ourselves in means that treatment teams are having to consider planning treatment differently for some people. It sounds like you have a difficult decision to make especially as you have been very ill following the previous chemotherapy. Decisions about treatment are made on a case by case basis by the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) after considering the benefits and risks of treatment and other factors such as someone’s general health and previous reactions to treatment.  Your oncologist can explain what decision may be in your best interest. Our webpage has more Advice on Coronavirus for people with cancer as well as some frequently asked questions from others who have had a diagnosis of breast cancer.  We often find we can help people more by speaking to them on the phone. Your call will be confidential and the number is free from UK landlines and all mobile networks. The number is 0808 800 6000 (Text relay prefix 18001). Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm and 9am -1pm on Saturday. Out of hours you can leave a message and we will call you back when we next open. Please be aware that we will be closed on Monday 25 May due to the bank holiday. Best wishes Grete Breast Cancer Now Nurse Please read the Ask Our Nurses disclaimer  Full details on how we collect and use your data can be found in our Privacy Policy This thread will now be closed from further replies. If you have any additional questions or would like to provide feedback, please start a new thread.   ... View more

Hi jowels Thanks for posting your question. We hope to be able to respond to you tomorrow. In the meantime our Helpline is open from 9am tomorrow if you would like to talk things through.  If you do phone our Helpline please let us know that you have asked a question on our forum so that we know your query has been answered. Thank you With best wishes. Lisa Ask Our Nurses Co-ordinator Please read the Ask Our Nurses disclaimer  Full details on how we collect and use your data can be found in our Privacy Policy   ... View more

Hi laurierowlands Thanks for posting. Although it’s difficult for us to comment on individual cases, many people have been in contact wondering if a previous diagnosis of breast cancer means they are at higher risk of getting coronavirus (COVID-19) or of becoming seriously ill if they develop it. As far as we know, the majority of people who have had breast cancer will not be at any higher risk and so can follow the advice given for the rest of the population in the UK.  This includes those who have had radiotherapy to the breast and/or lymph nodes as part of their treatment.  Having lymph nodes removed does not affect the overall ability of the immune system to fight infection.  The advice currently differs depending where you live within the UK.  Below are links to the individual countries’ advice. Those who may be at higher risk and considered extremely vulnerable include anyone with low immunity, such as people currently having chemotherapy or who have completed chemotherapy within the last 3 months. As you completed chemotherapy some time ago, your immune system should not still be compromised due to your breast cancer treatment. It is not clear from your post if you have been advised to shield or you have chosen to shield due to your previous breast cancer diagnosis. We are unsure how people who have been told to shield were identified, but we understand that some people are getting letters or texts who may not be in an extremely vulnerable group. Do check this with your GP or treatment team, they will be able to advise on your individual risk, which may also be helpful with your decision to return to work.  Our webpage has more Advice on Coronavirus for people with cancer as well as some frequently asked questions from others who have had a diagnosis of breast cancer.  Do call our Helpline if you would like to talk this through or have any further questions. Your call will be confidential, and the number is free from UK landlines and all mobile networks. The number is 0808 800 6000 (Text relay prefix 18001). Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm and 9am -1pm on Saturday. Out of hours you can leave a message and we will call you back when we next open. Please be aware that we will be closed on Monday 25 May due to the bank holiday. Best wishes Louise Breast Cancer Now Nurse Please read the Ask Our Nurses disclaimer  Full details on how we collect and use your data can be found in our Privacy Policy This thread will now be closed from further replies. If you have any additional questions or would like to provide feedback, please start a new thread. ... View more

Hi Diabolic Thanks for posting. It’s certainly not a naïve question.  Many people who have had breast cancer want to know if they’re cured. You may hear words like ‘cure’, ‘all clear’ and ‘remission’ used in conversations or in the media.  But these terms can be confusing, and it can sometimes be difficult to know what they mean.  The aim of treatment for primary breast cancer is to remove all the cancer and reduce the risk of it coming back in the future.  The surgery removes the cancer, and treatments such as radiotherapy and hormone therapy, including letrozole are given to reduce the chances of the cancer returning. Each person’s risk of cancer coming back is different. It depends on a number of factors including the type, stage, grade and size of the cancer.   In order to be as clear as possible, your treatment team are more likely to talk about your chances of survival over time or the possibility of you remaining free of cancer in the future.  You may be interested to know that treatment for breast cancer will be successful for most people. Your treatment team will be best placed to tell you if you no longer have cancer.  However, adapting to life after treatment can be difficult and often the need for information and support continues. You may be interested in our resources that are particularly for those who have come to the end of their main hospital treatment. These are known as our Moving forward services and include our Moving Forward book and Moving Forward course. Do call our Helpline if you would like to talk this through or have any further questions. Your call will be confidential, and the number is free from UK landlines and all mobile networks. The number is 0808 800 6000 (Text relay prefix 18001). Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm and 9am -1pm on Saturday. Out of hours you can leave a message and we will call you back when we next open. Please be aware that we will be closed on Monday 25 May due to the bank holiday. Best wishes Louise Breast Cancer Now Nurse Please read the Ask Our Nurses disclaimer  Full details on how we collect and use your data can be found in our Privacy Policy This thread will now be closed from further replies. If you have any additional questions or would like to provide feedback, please start a new thread. ... View more

Hi Diabolic Thanks for posting your question. We hope to be able to respond to you tomorrow. In the meantime our Helpline is open until 4pm today if you would like to talk things through.  If you do phone our Helpline please let us know that you have asked a question on our forum so that we know your query has been answered. Thank you With best wishes. Lisa Ask Our Nurses Co-ordinator Please read the Ask Our Nurses disclaimer  Full details on how we collect and use your data can be found in our Privacy Policy ... View more

Hi bevjs8 Thanks for posting. It sounds as though the benefit of giving you chemotherapy as part of your treatment is unclear as you say.  Genomic assays may help with this. These are tests that look at groups of genes found in your breast cancer. They can identify how likely the cancer is to return (recurrence) and if you are likely to benefit or not from having chemotherapy. Genomic assays are not suitable for everyone. You will usually only  be considered for the test if you have been diagnosed with stage one, or two, invasive breast cancer (which started in the breast and has not spread to other parts of the body), that is oestrogen receptor positive (ER +) and HER 2 negative and has not spread to the lymph nodes under your arm.  The test may also be considered for some people whose breast cancer affects one to three lymph nodes under the arm. I think the oncology test you refer to is Oncotype DX.  You can read about the slight differences between Oncotype DX and Prosigna on our website.  The Oncotype DX test predicts how likely it is that your cancer will return and the likely benefit to you of chemotherapy. The Prosigna test predicts how likely it is that your cancer will spread within ten years to help guide whether chemotherapy is recommended. Both tests are carried out on a small amount of breast cancer tissue removed during surgery.  It may take up to two weeks for your consultant to get the results. It sounds as though you would prefer to have a genomic test to give you more information as to whether chemotherapy would be of benefit to you, rather than enter a trial where you may not be selected to receive the test. You can talk to your treatment team about accessing genomic testing such as Oncotype DX outside a trial. However, it is important to be aware that any test may not give you a clear result, in which case you may need further guidance from your oncologist as to whether chemotherapy is right for you. Do call our Helpline if you would like to talk this through more or have any further questions. Your call will be confidential, and the number is free from UK landlines and all mobile networks. The number is 0808 800 6000 (Text relay prefix 18001). Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm and 9am -1pm on Saturday. Out of hours you can leave a message and we will call you back when we next open. Please be aware that we will be closed on Monday 25 May due to the bank holiday. Best wishes Catherine Breast Cancer Now Nurse Please read the Ask Our Nurses disclaimer  Full details on how we collect and use your data can be found in our Privacy Policy This thread will now be closed from further replies. If you have any additional questions or would like to provide feedback, please start a new thread.       ... View more

Hi bevjs8 Thanks for posting your question. We hope to be able to respond to you tomorrow. In the meantime our Helpline is open from 9am tomorrow if you would like to talk things through.  If you do phone our Helpline please let us know that you have asked a question on our forum so that we know your query has been answered. Thank you With best wishes. Lisa Ask Our Nurses Co-ordinator Please read the Ask Our Nurses disclaimer  Full details on how we collect and use your data can be found in our Privacy Policy ... View more

Hi Carol Thanks for posting. After surgery some people may develop a collection of fluid called a seroma, which many be aspirated as happened in your case.  However, a seroma can refill but it’s not possible to know if this is what has happened. It sounds as though the lump you have noticed in the last couple of days is in a different area and we cannot say how long you can safely leave this or if there is a risk of infection. It would be best to contact your treatment team about this new painful lump.  During the COVID-19 pandemic, your treatment team will have processes in place to assess any new symptoms that patients report. Initially this would usually be a telephone appointment.   If you need to be seen in clinic, they will tell you when this will happen.   As you are awaiting the result of a COVID-19 test they will want to know the result before deciding on any clinic appointment. Do call our Helpline if you would like to talk this through or have any further questions. Your call will be confidential, and the number is free from UK landlines and all mobile networks. The number is 0808 800 6000 (Text relay prefix 18001). Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm and 9am -1pm on Saturday. Out of hours you can leave a message and we will call you back when we next open. Please be aware that we will be closed on Monday 25 May due to the bank holiday. Best wishes Eve Breast Cancer Now Nurse Please read the Ask Our Nurses disclaimer  Full details on how we collect and use your data can be found in our Privacy Policy This thread will now be closed from further replies. If you have any additional questions or would like to provide feedback, please start a new thread.   ... View more

Hi MysteryMouse Thanks for posting. We cannot say if it would be ok to stop the ibandronic acid for a month in order to have your tooth extracted.  It would be best to talk to your treatment team about this as they are aware of your individual situation. Sometimes it is necessary for people to have invasive dental procedures but if it can safely be delayed your treatment team and dentist may prefer to wait until you finish your treatment. Ibandronic acid can cause some of the jawbone to lose its blood supply and die. This is called osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ). It’s a rare  but serious side effect, which is why your dentist will try if possible, to avoid invasive dental procedure such as a tooth extraction.  It sounds as though your dentist feels your  wisdom tooth will need to be removed at some time but for now the troublesome ulcer may resolve when the tooth is filed down.  Do call our Helpline if you would like to talk this through or have any further questions. Your call will be confidential, and the number is free from UK landlines and all mobile networks. The number is 0808 800 6000 (Text relay prefix 18001). Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm and 9am -1pm on Saturday. Out of hours you can leave a message and we will call you back when we next open. Please be aware that we will be closed on Monday 25 May due to the bank holiday. Best wishes Eve Breast Cancer Now Nurse Please read the Ask Our Nurses disclaimer  Full details on how we collect and use your data can be found in our Privacy Policy This thread will now be closed from further replies. If you have any additional questions or would like to provide feedback, please start a new thread.   ... View more