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Mummyto7 · ‎02-04-2019

Hi I had my treatment in 2014, gave up with the cold cap halfway through... my hair is quite fine though, but the cap didn't work for me, I ended up shaving it off. Worth a try if you can persevere with the cap, it's not easy. good luck Jo.

Mummyto7 · ‎02-04-2019

Hi everyone, had my mastectomy,full lymph node clearance, radio, chemo in 2014. Secondaries on chest and spine... but no symptoms. been on tamoxifen , nearly done 5 years, been a struggle with all the horrible side effects, but I've done it. now wanted to know shall I stay on tamoxifen for another 5 years , (dreading the thought) or change to another treatment ? What do you ladies take, and symptoms you get ? scared to come off the tamoxifen as obviously it's working but want to feel better, the sweating is unbearable at times... but is it better to stay as I am? seeing oncologist this week but just need some feedback. thankyou so much 😊

Mummyto7 · ‎14-11-2018

Hi everyone, I have my ct scan tomorrow, that's fine but they always have a problem getting the cannula in my right arm, as can't use the left, ... previously I had to go to the cancer ward, and the nurses there couldn't get a cannula in either... so I have the ct scan without the dye last time... anyone else have bad veins from chemo ? Mine are awful now. always worries me that they can't see the cancer areas properly without the dye put in... thanks for listening xxx

Mummyto7 · ‎12-11-2018

Thank you Nicky , very helpful. im leaning towards cancelling the appointment, can't put myself through it ...... xxx

Mummyto7 · ‎12-11-2018

Hi there, I take mine in the evening , before bed, I have been on it for 4 years now... xxxx

Mummyto7 · ‎12-11-2018

Morning anyone available, for advice, started pip process beg September, just had letter to visit me at home..... what does this mean ? Do you have to do tasks? Not bending at the oven, And replying to trick questions. think I may cancel, not performing and I know the points will not be enough ? is it worth it ? got today to cancel....... thanks for listening. your advice much appreciated xxxxx

Mummyto7 · ‎30-10-2018

Hi, well I started the pip process on the 2nd September, not very hopeful at all.... if it scores on points I have no chance. doesnt it all take a long time? last letter I had about 2 weeks ago saying , form passed , presume it means date for interview next then ? dont think I will go through with that, like someone said, like a performing monkey.... not doing it.. why do they make it all so difficult.... xxx

Mummyto7 · ‎17-08-2018

Thankyou... i guess we do not know if we are eligible until we try. good luck to you xxx

Mummyto7 · ‎17-08-2018

Hi everyone I'm a newbie, I've had cancer since 2014, when I had a mastectomy, chemotherapy and radiotherapy. I have had all my lymph nodes removed, which I now have lymphodema in my left arm. Been on tamoxifen for nearly 4 years, which is a nightmare with bone ache and constant sweating, I just have fans all over the house 😊 I think I may be on it for 10 years now. My left arm, I can't lift as high now, have trouble lifting heavy items . also my cancer spread to my spine and chest, which they monitor regularly, blood test, ct scans etc. ive had cellulitis a good few times which made me quite poorly, so I now have antibiotics at home ready. never had much help regarding finances, and wonder if I would be eligible for PIP? Bit scared to apply. Never really thought about... as we struggle financially. Any advice much appreciated. x

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