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Care during a 6 month course of chemotherapy

Posted By Mary353

"Care during a 6 month course of chemotherapy"

About: Aberdeen Royal Infirmary / Cancer Services (Medical Oncology) Aberdeen Royal Infirmary / Respiratory Medicine (Breathing and Lung Problems)

(as the patient),

Relieved that the Respiratory Consultant identified the cause of my chronic cough which had limited my life for over 12 months. I wish I had contacted him sooner. 

Apprehension once chemotherapy was advised. Even more apprehension when the side effects were explained.

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Response from Caty Smith, Nurse Manager, Surgical 1, NHS Grampian last month
Caty Smith
Nurse Manager, Surgical 1,
NHS Grampian

Submitted on 27/02/2025 at 16:24
Published on Care Opinion at 16:24

Dear Mary353

Thank you for taking the time to share your story via Care opinion, I'm sorry to learn you have been dealing with your symptoms over the last year, reassured you have had some of your questions answered.

I am unclear from your detail if you have commenced your treatment, if you would like to have some additional information shared with you please do not hesitate to contact me and I would try to put you in touch with one of the colleagues who may be involved in your care.

Best wishes.

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Response from Karen Donald, Assistant Support Manager, Medicine and Unscheduled Care, NHS Grampian last month
Karen Donald
Assistant Support Manager, Medicine and Unscheduled Care,
NHS Grampian

Submitted on 27/02/2025 at 16:34
Published on Care Opinion at 17:05

Good Afternoon,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback.

I am so pleased to hear that your recent experience at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary and the Respiratory department was a pleasant one under the circumstances.

I'm so glad to hear that the Consultant took good care of you, I will be sure to share this feedback with them. I am sure they will be delighted to hear this.

Many thanks

Karen

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