Season 7, Personal experience, Information
Lobular breast cancer: Not always a lump, with Claire Turner and Josie Lloyd
Lobular breast cancer makes up 15% of breast cancers in the UK. Yet many people haven't heard of it. In this episode, Laura talks to Claire Turner, founder of Lobular Breast Cancer UK, and author Josie Lloyd, a patron of the charity. Both ere diagnosed with lobular breast cancer in 2017.
One of the things that’s really important when you have any kind of cancer diagnosis is to find your tribe
Claire explains how she spent 7 years pushing for answers after feeling something wasn't right, despite tests coming back clear.
Josie shares how she found a dimple in her breast rather than a lump, and why she decided to get it checked.
They discuss why lobular breast cancer can be harder to detect, the need for greater awareness, andhow connecting with people who understand can make a real difference.
Listen now to hear their experiences and learn more about lobular breast cancer
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