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Macmillan and Cancerbackup merged in 2008. Together we provide free, high quality information for people affected by cancer through our publications, website and phone service. Find out more|.
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This section includes information to help you manage the possible side effects of treatment and cope with feelings you might have when treatment ends.
This is Karen's story of living with breast cancer. Cancer experiences vary and this video tells just one person’s story. To hear others, visit our online community|.
Learn about the possible long-term side effects of radiotherapy treatment for breast cancer, including ways to manage them
Lymphoedema is a type of swelling of the arm or hand that can occur as a result of breast cancer treatment. Learn how it may affect you and ways to manage it.
Links to information and advice on how to deal with the emotional, practical and financial effects a cancer diagnosis may have.
Information on emotions you may experience after surgery for breast cancer and resources to help you cope.
Learn about pregnancy after breast cancer treatment, and the effects of treatment on your fertility and choice of contraception.
Learn more about how some breast cancer treatments can cause menopausal symptoms or an early menopause
For answers, support or just a chat, call the Macmillan Support Line free (Monday to Friday, 9am-8pm)
If you have any questions about cancer, need support or just want someone to talk to, ask Macmillan.