narnia Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Some while ago, I was diagnosed with, then successfully treated for breast cancer. I made a promise to ask you all ( men too!) to 'check your bits' on the 23rd ofSeptember. But, it occurs to me that some of you will check things at particular times of the month, rather than a day that suits me So, please, mark a day on your calendar, whichever one suits you.................... and check those boobs.............men too ( yes, men CAN get breast cancer).................and men, please check those dangly bits/testicles.......whatever you choose to call them........ I am 8 years beyond diagnosis and currently well. Please do the check, if not fr you, then for those you love. xx 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inge Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 (edited) Thanks Narnia, For those with sons teach them while they are young, testicular cancer is very prevalent in14-25yr olds. Our son is now 10 years on and 9 years clear.. so glad we discussed it with him as he was growing up.. Edited September 1, 2016 by Inge 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
louby loo Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Some while ago, I was diagnosed with, then successfully treated for breast cancer. I made a promise to ask you all ( men too!) to 'check your bits' on the 23rd ofSeptember. But, it occurs to me that some of you will check things at particular times of the month, rather than a day that suits me So, please, mark a day on your calendar, whichever one suits you.................... and check those boobs.............men too ( yes, men CAN get breast cancer).................and men, please check those dangly bits/testicles.......whatever you choose to call them........ I am 8 years beyond diagnosis and currently well. Please do the check, if not fr you, then for those you love. xx I got a letter in the post today -appointment for 'boob squash' that week! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blondie Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 I got a letter in the post today -appointment for 'boob squash' that week! that made me laugh - i had my mammogram last year - was asked "would you mind our trainee to do yours?" no problem i thought - everyone has to learn - all i can say is a very big "ouchhhhhhh" and think she needs a lot more practice!!!!!!! all clear though so Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stargrower Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Yep, I went for boob squashing last week. I have to say I don't find it painful at all, just a bit uncomfortable when the do the 'sideways' one. Thanks for the reminder Narnia - it comes round quickly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
narnia Posted September 2, 2016 Author Share Posted September 2, 2016 Good tip : if you're going for your 'boob squash'.....................take a couple of paracetamol an hour before you go in x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
finleysmaid Posted September 2, 2016 Share Posted September 2, 2016 had mine squashed this morning! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tish501 Posted September 2, 2016 Share Posted September 2, 2016 Mine a couple of months ago...just count to ten and its done....just uncomfortable.... but then the previous time,went thru the procedure,painful and uncomfortable it is... sat outside as you do to male sure the xrays are ok......when the nurse came out she said to me ...sorry i forgot to turn the machine on,can u come in and do it again !!!!! worst day of my life a double boob squashing appointment..!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lsp Posted September 2, 2016 Share Posted September 2, 2016 I'm due for mine anytime now. Waiting for the letter to drop through the door. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zigzag Posted September 2, 2016 Share Posted September 2, 2016 As a Mum to 17 and 15 year boys, I ashamed to say that I have never thought about the need to get them to check themselves. I will have that conversation later. Thank you for the prompt and glad your son is OK Inge. narnia thank you for the reminder and glad you are in good health. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inge Posted September 3, 2016 Share Posted September 3, 2016 (edited) As a Mum to 17 and 15 year boys, I ashamed to say that I have never thought about the need to get them to check themselves. I will have that conversation later. Thank you for the prompt and glad your son is OK Inge. narnia thank you for the reminder and glad you are in good health. This site may help them Checkem Lads or this one looks good too.. http://cahonasscotland.com/checkout-guide/testicular/step/1/ Edited September 3, 2016 by Inge 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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