BromAc trial in Spain

all countries, CRS&HIPEC, research, Treatment

Pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP) is a rare malignant disease characterized by the progressive and multifocal accumulation of abundant mucinous tumour tissue in the peritoneal cavity. It is generally associated with a perforated epithelial neoplasm of the appendix. The...

We’re looking for trustees!

all countries, Trustees, Volunteering

Pseudomyxoma Survivor provides a support network for those affected by pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP) and appendix cancers. We do this through many ways including our website, our support group, our 1:1 buddy system, family grant scheme, raising awareness and keeping...

Your sexual health after treatment

all countries, Treatment

Intimacy is often a bit of a taboo subject in our society and none more so than after illness. If your doctor spoke with you unprompted about intimacy after surgery for pseudomyxoma peritonei (or PMP) or appendix cancer, then you’re amongst the lucky ones. If...

Extending our emotional support programme

all countries

“the occurrence and development of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way” This is the definition of serendipity (my favorite word of all time, I think I may have mentioned this before…) and lo and behold do we not get a call from an old...

Second wave survey

all countries, coronavirus, COVID-19, patient advocacy, UK

Pseudomyxoma Survivor is immensely proud to be a member of Cancer52. Cancer52 represents predominantly small patient support group cancer charities such as ourselves and by coming together, we aim to promote improved diagnosis, treatment and support for those affected...

The Gifting Season continues

all countries, patient advocacy, The Christie

All ready for tomorrow’s trip to The Christie. A little something for each of the staff that help to look after Pseudomyxoma...

The Gifting Season is Underway…

all countries, raising awareness, specialist, Treatment Centres

Our first box of Christmas goodies is going out tomorrow – our way of saying “thank you” to the amazing hospital consultants and staff that have helped look after Pseudomyxoma Survivors on the wards. As always, a huge thanks also to our fundraisers...

An After Dinner Chat With…

all countries, fundraising, raising awareness

Three years ago, our daughter Romy was diagnosed with pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP) which usually begins as a slow-growing tumour in the appendix after which the cancer gradually spreads across the peritoneal area.  She is still in recovery and I’m delighted to say is...

Can you help us raise awareness of pseudomyxoma peritonei and appendix cancers?

all countries, Volunteering

Media Communications Volunteer needed Pseudomyxoma Survivor is a very small, patient- and caregiver-led charity run entirely by volunteers. We need help from a willing volunteer to join us who is able to run our media communications creating fantastic positive energy...