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I went to my GP about 7 weeks ago as I had a tenderness in my left breast. He didnt think there was anything to worry about but sent me to a breast specalist to check just in case. I met this Dr who said my physical exam on both breasts was normal but he referred me for a mammogram (my first) as theres a family history (my grandmother) Anyway mammogram showed 1.2cm lesion on my right breast.This was confirmed by ultrasoud and i had biospies taken.This was 12 days ago and i`m still waiting for results. Just wondering if this wait time is normal. Thanks

I don’t have cancer, I hope, so forgive me for intruding on your support group. I had TURP surgery (removal of some prostate tissue) six days ago, because of an enlarged prostate which was causing me weak urine stream and frequency (every 20 mins) Now after the surgery, I still have frequency, even worse at times and weak stream though hard to tell, as I am holding back going full force due to the burning pain when I urinate. My Consultant seems rather dismissive of my concerns telling me that things will settle down within a few days to a few weeks and that sometimes the surgery just does not work. I am seriously anxious and I suppose am just looking for a little reassurance that what I am going through after the surgery is fairly normal and usually does resolve itself in time. So if anyone who has gone through this procedure can give me advice, it would be great Declan

If you've been affected by a skin cancer diagnosis in your life and are interested in sharing your story to help raise awareness and save lives, we'd like to hear from you.A major part of our work at the Irish Cancer Society is to educate people on cancer prevention, risk factors for developing cancer, signs and symptoms of cancer and the importance of early detection. Hearing from people who have been through a cancer journey will help us to do that.To learn more or share your story, please visit https://www.cancer.ie/volunteer/help-others/share-your-story.

I’m sorry because I’m sure due to the cervical check scandal at the moment that there is a lot of this type of query. I had a smear test done in March, during the exam the nurse said there was redness and discharge. She gave me cream for trush but wasn’t sure that was the problem. She said either way it would show up in the smear. My smear came back clear. My symptoms are clear discharge (new for me) with a smell not so nice but not too noticeable. Itching. Cramp like pelvic pain on and off throughout the month. Heavy periods (not so new) but lots of clots. Only once I had bleeding after my period for one day. I have a constant kinda bloated feeling but is vague. I’m 44, mother of 5 with a history of uterus and bladder rupture. My tubes were cut during repair surgery 5 years ago. Should I be concerned? I rang to make app with nurse today but I was told no, I must ring CervicalCheck help line as my gp has been given no direction to deal with these queries. Many thanks

Hi, just wondering if anyone has had their breast implant removed altogether and not replaced due to Capsular Contracture.

My dad has just been diagnosed with inoperable lung cancer, I have been reading a lot about proton treatment etc and some good things about Germany for treatment. I was just wondering if anyone had any experience of this and any recommendations. Thanks in advance

In September 2014 at the age of 26, I was diagnosed with a rare form of Ovarian Cancer; Immature Teratoma-a less common form affecting younger age groups. It therefore is so important that we acknowledge and understand that Ovarian Cancer isn't confined to those in older age brackets and in effect can present itself at any age. When I was experiencing my symptoms Cancer was the furthest thing from my mind...Polycystic Ovaries, IBS, Allergies, anything but Cancer were being looked into. I had to persist to get a scan because on the basis of my doctors referral the hospital only viewed my case in terms of priority as low and not high. I eventually got called 6 months later and the pelvic ultrasound showed what they thought to be a cyst; being compared in size to a tennis ball. I had it removed quite promptly via laparoscopy. One month later I was called back in and to my horror told the biopsy showed it was a rare form of ovarian cancer; a tumour that actually was hiding out and growing away inside my left ovary, frightening thing is that when I had the blood markers done prior tomy first surgery they showed up as normal, so it was a double whammy to hear the opposite a month later when I thought I had put my worries and fears to bed. I was immediately referred to Cork to the most wonderful professional and empathetic doctor; numerous scans and checks followed, the first stage of treatment was to remove my left ovary and Fallopian tube. My second surgery went very well and thankfully I didn't need any more treatment after that as the cancer had just been contained within that ovary. I feel blessed that I listened and persisted, as hard as it was I went to my GP as not all the symptoms can be easy to discuss. I'm also blessed that I got it when I did. Early detection is key and I cannot stress that enough. I'd love to help raise awareness as I was only 26 when diagnosed. I did find it hard to talk about it but time has passed and I have been blessed that my check ups have been going well and I think it's time for me to speak out and help others with early detection! The scary thing is the amount of times I brushed off my symptoms and put them down to other things. I knew something wasn't right, my body was asking me to speak up, and I'm so so grateful I did. I am nearly four years in remission now and I can't express enough gratitude for that, I am on the other side and proud of myself and the journey I have put down over the past while. There is hope and I'm sharing this to emphasise that and the positive outcomethatcan be achieved when you act early. We can be bombarded by bad news and horror stories but I feel optimism and hope go a long way so I hope my piece will help other women who find themselves in a similar situation; I urge you to surround yourself withthose you love, let them in, the endless support and love I received from my family, my partner and friends got me through it #youcandoit. Women young and old need to be encouraged to listen to their bodies and persist in seeking medical advice no matter how small their concerns are. Taking responsibility for your health is imperative, the ball is in your court. Please listen to your body. My symptoms were a mix and blurred the lines into other possible conditions which again makes Ovarian Cancer hard to diagnose and catch. I am sharing the following link as it sums up the key symptoms that help detect Ovarian Cancer and is titled 'BEAT Ovarian Cancer':https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=8Zr_3Bop-aA The main learning on my journey has been to listen...and to trust my body. Not an easy thing to do the best of times, but your body really does know what's best for you. Don't doubt yourself. Be proud to look after your #womenshealth I will be forever grateful to have come through this process and to be given a second chance. I am so blessed and I truly realise that. If I didn't keep returning to my doctor however it may have been different. Please don't fear being judged as an overthinker or a worrier...if something doesn't feel right for you, for YOUR body that is enough. There is absolutely no harm being done by checking in with your GP even if it just provides reasurrance with a once over. Don't feel like an inconvience or a bother because you're not. You're you and you're important. You're loved and admired more than you'll ever know. You matter and so does your life. Life is fleeting, it is a precious gift. Trust yourself. Warmest blessings and well wishes to all who read, benefit from this and share #strengthinnumbers #worldovariancancerday #raisingawareness Marian x 'Just like air. I rise' ~Maya Angelou~

Hi there, my twelve year old daughter was diagnosed with a malignant brain cancer and I’ve been really struggling. I’m on a list to see a counselor but in the meantime and trying to live day by day. Feel like I haven’t been able to breathe since she was diagnosed in April. I can’t sleep and everytime I fall asleep I awake immediately afterwards and re-live the horror of what’s going on as fresh as the day she was diagnosed. Help

My mum was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer yesterday and this news has been devastating our whole world fell apart. I'm a only child just me mum and dad and I need advice help to learn how to cope stay strong. Mum is so so strong I'm so proud of her I'm the one breaking I'm so so terrified of losing g my mum. If anyone is experiencing something similar I would love to hear give me a little hope. Vivinne from Mayo

Today I received the most terrifying news that I have breast cancer. I'm 47. I can't remember most of what I was told because my mind went into this numb state. Something about triple negative and invasive but small in size. I am freaking out. I'm terrified I'm going to die and leave my son who's 7 without me. Hubby is very supportive but his positivity is upsetting in a weird way. He wants me to be normal until we know more but I want to scream and cry. I'm pathetic I know. Has anyone felt like me?