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Rectal Cancer - please share support/experiences
Diagnosed April, 6 weeks chemo radio operated on for permanent colostomy on 30th August, wounds broke down now on Vac Pack to speed healing, approx 6 months chemo to follow after wounds heal.
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Has anybody been here and struggled as emotionally stunted as I feel I have.Does anybody have any experience they can share about the pain with the vac pack and how they got through it.Is there anyone out there who just wants to chat and maybe give support as well as hopeful recieve some. Reply to this post · Report
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