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  • 19-09-2012 2:19am
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    canireally
    Registered Users Posts: 81 ✭✭


    Hi, I hope I'm in the right forum. I was diagnosed with cancer in march and recently got the all clear. I'm in my early 20s, and its not breast cancer, and I'm struggling to find support groups/ counselling for my issue. Has anyone else found support groups for rare cases and where? Thanks


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    Condo131
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    Ring the Irish Cancer Society Freefone helpline 1800-200-700 and they should be able to help you out. They should also be able to give you contact details for support groups appropriate to your particular form of Cancer, and in your locality.

    Great to hear that you've been given the all clear! :)


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    CathyMoran
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    I was diagnosed when I was 32 with oesophageal cancer which is less common than breast cancer and I also found problems getting support though there is a charity for my cancer. The link as above is great but also most people know someone who knows someone who has had your type, though they may not be the same age as you. I met a really good friend who is another survivor via a friend of my brother who has a friend who is a survivor.


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    RacoonQueen
    Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 20,365 Mod ✭✭✭✭RacoonQueen


    They also have an online forum on www.cancer.ie but I can't seem to find it now. Can be a good place to get support and information.

    Glad you got the all clear.

    edit: found it http://forum.cancer.ie/phpBB3/

    Shame it's so hard to find, it could prove a valuable resource if it takes off ala boards.ie


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