Cancer Survivors

Hi there, welcome to the Cancer Connections Survivorship page.

Here you can see what other Survivors have shared with the Cancer Connections community via group discussions and personal blog posts.

If you would like to share your experiences and stories with the Cancer Connections community, or would like to reconnect with the community and update members on how you are travelling, please visit the Survivor's Discussion Group .

If you are new to Cancer Connections, we also invite you to read or comment on other people's contributions and share your own story and experiences in our Introductions area. You are welcome to share as little or as much as you would like.

If you need any assistance using or navigating the website, please do not hesitate to contact us HERE .

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Finished cancer treatment?

You may find that you see the world differently after cancer. Perhaps you feel that others don't understand your experience and expect you to 'get back to normal'. Cancer and its treatment can bring a host of practical challenges, from changes in appearance and body function to managing the emotional and social impacts.

Come and share your experiences at our online forum specially created for cancer survivors, carers, family, friends and work colleagues. As a participant, you will learn about the possible changes, challenges and opportunities you may face after completing cancer treatment. You will also have the opportunity to connect with others on a similar journey, and share tips, ideas and activities to help you live your life well.

Latest Survivor Blog

Cervical Dysphagia, Fibrosis
1 week 1 day ago
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In 2012, I developed Radiation Induced Fibrosis (RIF) or Radiation Fibrosis Syndrome (RFS), more specifically sudden Late Onset Radiation Induced Fibrosis; Velopharyngeal Incompetence & Severe Dysphagia (fibrosis from the Soft Palate down to the Upper Esophageal Sphincter, inclusive).

My Current Treatment: SLP exercises, "Smooth Pureed" diet plus Resource Plus medical drinks and Pentoxifylline & Tocopherol (Vitamin E) antioxidant therapy.

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