Info & Resources for New Patients & Members - Please No Posts!

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New Members, start here first for How-to Tips, Community Rules, and What to Do if You've Just Been Diagnosed. MODS and ADMINS only topics here. Please see all the other forums below to post. Thanks.

Latest post: If you're consistently having log-in issues, please read! by Moderators Apr 21, 2017 12:05PM

Acknowledging and honoring our Community

104 Topics 4,878 Posts

Share accomplishments, milestones, goals of community members, family members or yourself. Just finished treatment? Just got married? Watched your child graduate? Ran a big run? Been a huge help to members in our community? Let's honor our members here!

Latest post: CALLING ALL ARTISTS- Let's make an art gallery! by feelingfeline Sep 17, 2018 04:24AM

Not Diagnosed but Worried

16,225 Topics 129,914 Posts

Meet others worried about developing breast cancer for the first time. PLEASE DO NOT POST PICTURES OF YOUR SYMPTOMS. Comparing notes, symptoms, or characteristics is not helpful here, as only medical professionals can accurately evaluate and assess your individual situation.

Latest post: When will the pain end? Biopsy not healing. by JoE777 2 hours ago

Waiting for Test Results

6,514 Topics 61,022 Posts

For members not diagnosed with breast cancer, but waiting for test results:  Biopsy, mammogram, ultrasound, or other screening tests. Waiting is VERY difficult but remember...

"Worry does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow. It empties today of its strength." -- Corrie Ten Boom

Latest post: I'm waiting here, so scared by Moderators 58 minutes ago

Benign Breast Conditions

722 Topics 3,646 Posts

A safe place to worry for members who have not been diagnosed with breast cancer, but have concerns about their breasts.

Latest post: Anyone Have Intense Itching in One Breast? by Hunts08 15 hours ago

High Risk for Breast Cancer

2,103 Topics 23,172 Posts

Due to family history, genetics, or other factors.

Latest post: Brca2 stop codon by Supersquirrel 15 hours ago

Just Diagnosed

6,749 Topics 102,018 Posts

Discuss next steps, options, and resources.

Latest post: Anyone new joining a walk for breast cancer awareness by odat4me 11 hours ago

Diagnosed and Waiting for Test Results

536 Topics 5,579 Posts

Share with and support others all waiting for test results from CAT scan, PET scan, Oncotype tests, Mammaprint, FISH, IHC, and other diagnostic tests.

Latest post: MRI results have me confused by edwards750 12 hours ago

Surgery - Before, During, and After

7,332 Topics 198,438 Posts

Surgical options and helpful tips for recovery and side effects.

Latest post: Surgery August 2018 by crawfish 3 hours ago

Breast Reconstruction

10,566 Topics 297,033 Posts

Is it right for you? Discuss timing and various procedures and techniques.

Latest post: TEs. A Beginner's Primer by Jen1969 44 minutes ago

Living Without Reconstruction After a Mastectomy

1,226 Topics 41,750 Posts

Discuss prostheses, swimsuits, bras, and other options for women not having reconstruction or waiting for reconstruction.

Latest post: How have you adjusted to being Half Flat? by Dhanno 10 hours ago

Lymphedema

4,940 Topics 72,423 Posts

Risks, tips for prevention, and info about products that can address the symptoms of lymphedema.

Latest post: GRRRRRRRRR I HATE LE.......... by MinusTwo 9 hours ago

Pain

461 Topics 6,110 Posts

Share important questions and provide support to others experiencing breast cancer and treatment-related pain.

Latest post: Pain from Latissimus Dorsi Flap Surgery by harmed16 Sep 17, 2018 12:50PM

Chemotherapy - Before, During, and After

7,126 Topics 499,452 Posts

Regimens, side effects, and support from others going through chemo.

Latest post: Chemo Starting September 2018 by Nisha517 3 minutes ago

Radiation Therapy - Before, During, and After

3,447 Topics 127,151 Posts

What to expect from treatment and ways to cope with side effects.

Latest post: Nipple Pain and Swelling by BC2018 15 hours ago

Hormonal Therapy - Before, During, and After

6,817 Topics 154,216 Posts

Risks and benefits, side effects, and costs of anti-estrogen medications. Note: Please remember that there are good experiences and bad with ALL treatments and this is a safe place to share YOUR experience, not to be influenced or influence others.

Latest post: Surgical menopause at 41 - recommendations for good literature? by Fedders 5 minutes ago

Immunotherapy - Before, During, and After

6 Topics 204 Posts

Discuss your experiences with the benefits, risks, and side effects of immunotherapy treatment for breast cancer.

Latest post: Immunotherapy drugs for breast cancer by Kidmanliang Aug 26, 2018 11:51PM

Managing Side Effects of Breast Cancer and Its Treatment

3,258 Topics 71,911 Posts

This is a place to discuss concerns, tips and strategies for all types of side effects from all types of medications and treatments, (chemo/rads/hormonal/targeted/pain meds/etc.

Latest post: Cold Cap Users Past and Present, to Save Hair by Appyfan 8 hours ago

Complementary and Holistic Medicine and Treatment

2,604 Topics 55,036 Posts

Complementary medicine refers to treatments that are used WITH standard treatment. Holistic medicine is a term used to describe therapies that attempt to treat the patient as a whole person.

Latest post: Any Stories on THC Oil (Cannabis Oil) Curing Cancer by Sunshine89 8 hours ago

Alternative Medicine

530 Topics 28,229 Posts

This forum is a safe, judgement-free place to discuss Alternative medicine. Alternative medicine refers to treatments that are used INSTEAD of standard, evidence-based treatment. Breastcancer.org does NOT recommend or endorse alternative medicine.

Latest post: RGCC TEST by Nonabstruse 14 hours ago

DCIS (Ductal Carcinoma In Situ)

3,755 Topics 48,304 Posts

Just diagnosed, in treatment, or finished treatment for DCIS.

Latest post: Bad Pain in breast 3 weeks after stereotactic biopsy for DCIS by ANGRY_WIDOW66 13 hours ago

DCIS plus HER2-positive Microinvasion

71 Topics 1,030 Posts

Meet others with this diagnosis.

Latest post: Changes in HER2 status following post-lumpectomy pathology by Moderators Sep 11, 2018 04:12PM

LCIS (Lobular Carcinoma In Situ)

596 Topics 8,481 Posts

Just diagnosed, in treatment, or finished treatment for LCIS.

Latest post: LCIS - how do you handle cringeworthy reactions? by JoE777 Sep 12, 2018 10:25PM

IDC (Invasive Ductal Carcinoma)

3,079 Topics 65,917 Posts

Just diagnosed, in treatment, or finished treatment for IDC.

Latest post: Olivia Newton John by wobbly 3 hours ago

IBC (Inflammatory Breast Cancer)

1,376 Topics 12,938 Posts

Just diagnosed, in treatment, or finished treatment for IBC. Posting pictures of symptoms is prohibited per our Community Rules -- you are encouraged to seek medical advice from your doctor in the event of any concerns.

Latest post: IBC lounge: roll call, support and just a good place to hang out by Traveltext 3 hours ago

ILC (Invasive Lobular Carcinoma)

1,308 Topics 22,369 Posts

Just diagnosed, in treatment, or finished treatment for ILC.

Latest post: Mri can detect invasive labular carcinoma? by Rizz 17 hours ago

Less Common Types of Breast Cancer

151 Topics 5,660 Posts

Meet others with less common forms of breast cancer, such as Medullary carcinoma, Inflammatory breast cancers, Mucinous carcinoma (colloid carcinoma), Paget's disease, Papillary carcinoma, Phyllodes tumor, Tubular carcinomas, Metaplastic tumors, Adenoid cystic carcinomas and Angiosarcoma.

Latest post: Paget's Disease of the Breast by Lorri70 4 hours ago

Mixed Type Breast Cancer

67 Topics 914 Posts

Meet others who have mixed type breast cancer.

Latest post: Extensive DCIS with scattered multifocal IDC by Axolotl Aug 25, 2018 06:26AM

Breast Cancer with Another Diagnosis or Comorbidity

134 Topics 1,985 Posts

Meet others who have breast cancer but also have another health diagnosis/comorbidity such as diabetes, MS, bipolar disorder, HIV or AIDS, Parkinson's Disorder, schizophrenia, etc.

Latest post: Breast cancer and diabetes by Pei128 Sep 18, 2018 08:58AM

Stage I Breast Cancer

1,153 Topics 35,176 Posts

Meet other members with a Stage I breast cancer diagnosis to share information and support.

Latest post: Planning to forgo tamoxifen? by buttonsmachine 7 hours ago

Stage II Breast Cancer

270 Topics 9,622 Posts

Meet, share and support others with Stage II Breast Cancer

Latest post: Two weeks past last AC by Vslush Sep 19, 2018 02:25PM

Stage III Breast Cancer

3,685 Topics 66,663 Posts

You are not alone. Meet others who have Stage III breast cancer.

Latest post: Effexor Venlafaxine by Margaret22 32 minutes ago

Stage IV and Metastatic Breast Cancer ONLY

21,884 Topics 516,527 Posts

A place for those managing the ups & downs of a Stage IV/metastatic breast cancer diagnosis. Please respect that this forum is for Stage IV members only. There is a separate forum For Family and Caregivers of People with a STAGE IV Diagnosis.

Latest post: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer by Micmel 4 minutes ago

Not Diagnosed With a Recurrence or Metastases but Concerned

2,529 Topics 28,558 Posts

Meet others concerned about developing a recurrence or metastases.

Latest post: Did your lymph nodes itch by MexicoHeather 2 hours ago

Just Diagnosed With a Recurrence or Metastasis

842 Topics 10,805 Posts

Meet others who are just facing the diagnosis of a recurrence of breast cancer or metastatic (advanced) disease. You are NOT alone.

Latest post: Local Recurrence Chime In by Sunshine89 4 hours ago

Second or Third Breast Cancer

443 Topics 6,064 Posts

For those confronting a new primary diagnosis or undergoing treatment.

Latest post: Lump found under skin of B9 breast by LillyDuff Sep 17, 2018 01:07PM

HER2+ (Positive) Breast Cancer

1,954 Topics 70,192 Posts

Testing, treatment, side effects, and more.

Latest post: Looking for Her2 Positive survivor stories by JaBoo 5 hours ago

Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

2,255 Topics 72,728 Posts

Share with others who have ER-/PR-/HER2- breast cancer.

Latest post: Calling all triple negative breast cancer patients in the UK by maryna8 37 minutes ago

Positive Genetic Test Results

449 Topics 3,971 Posts

BRCA 1 & 2, ATM, CDH1, CHEK2, MRE11A, MSH6, NBN, p53, PALB2, PMS2, PTEN, RAD50, RECQL, and RINT1 genes

Latest post: RAD51D-New article connecting to TNBC by BluGene Sep 19, 2018 12:57AM

Male Breast Cancer

227 Topics 2,081 Posts

For men who have been diagnosed or are at high risk.

Latest post: Lumps in left male breast by Traveltext Aug 24, 2018 12:47AM

Palliative Therapy/Hospice Care

184 Topics 5,884 Posts

A unique forum ONLY for those trying to live well and/or trying to die well.

Latest post: Music Boosts Well-Being of People in Hospice and Palliative Care by Moderators Aug 23, 2018 03:53PM

Family and Family Planning Matters

57 Topics 445 Posts

A comforting place to discuss planning a family, fertility concerns, parenting children, or relationship issues with partners, siblings, or parents following a diagnosis.

Latest post: Adoption after cancer and/or Fertility Preservation by Pollycat Sep 14, 2018 06:18PM

Sex & Relationship Matters

122 Topics 5,217 Posts

A safe place to talk candidly about how your romantic relationships and/or your sex life has changed following your diagnosis and treatment.

Latest post: I WANT MY MOJO BACK! by coachvicky 3 hours ago

Share Your Experiences Of Life After A Breast Cancer Diagnosis

100 Topics 15,076 Posts

Share your experiences of life after a breast cancer diagnosis and offer advice on how you cope with life's daily challenges, including how you develop a new daily/weekly routine while you deal with breast cancer.

Latest post: Stop Smoking Support Thread by CarolAnnieLumpLump Sep 19, 2018 09:11PM

Your Furry Friends

22 Topics 4,044 Posts

Share pictures and stories of the four-legged friends who make your day-to-day lives better!

Latest post: Cats, cats, cats by crawfish 2 hours ago

Bone Health and Bone Loss

210 Topics 3,143 Posts

Talk with others about bone density, osteopenia and osteoporosis, and ways to keep your bones strong

Latest post: Vitamins for osteoporosis by edwards750 Sep 14, 2018 11:46AM

Coping with Holidays, Special Days and Anniversaries

79 Topics 814 Posts

Holidays and special days, like birthdays and anniversaries, can be filled with complex emotions. Are they a time to celebrate or are they extra difficult? Share your feelings and experiences here.

Latest post: Travel! by ksusan Sep 15, 2018 12:22PM

Employment, Insurance, and Other Financial Issues

747 Topics 7,706 Posts

Employment, insurance, and financial concerns are common. Meet others here to discuss and for support.

Latest post: BC, workplace accommodations, EEO/discrimination, etc by Lumpie 21 hours ago

Emotional Crises: Anxiety, Depression & Other Emotional Effects

1,444 Topics 144,569 Posts

Meet and support others who are affected by these issues around breast cancer fears, diagnosis and treatment.

Latest post: The dumbest things people have said to you/about you by JaBoo 2 hours ago

Fitness and Getting Back in Shape

774 Topics 75,492 Posts

Conversations about exercise, diet, and getting back in shape after breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Latest post: Let's Post our Daily Exercise by hbcheryl 8 hours ago

Healthy Recipes for Everyday Living

682 Topics 8,136 Posts

A place to share our "healthier" recipes and food tips for everyday life.

Latest post: Ketogenic Diet anyone? by zogo 24 hours ago

Humor and Games

1,817 Topics 609,727 Posts

Breast cancer is no laughing matter, but sometimes a good joke or a game is the best medicine.

Latest post: 2 Word Phrase by Micmel 16 minutes ago

Recommend Your Resources

644 Topics 3,174 Posts

Book reviews, favorite web sites, products, articles.

Latest post: Recommendations of 3D nipple tattoo artist in Michigan by Perfect Sep 17, 2018 08:48AM

BCO Free-Cycle: Give or Trade Items Related to Breast Cancer

78 Topics 296 Posts

A place to donate & trade breast cancer items free of charge (e.g. head covers, mastectomy products, swimwear, breast cancer support products). No money may be exchanged, even for shipping. All mailing addresses must be shared via private message & no phone numbers exchanged.

Latest post: Kaftans for RIBP and similarly afflicted Taller Sisters by Icietla Sep 10, 2018 07:13PM

Clinical Trials, Research News, Podcasts, Study Results

5,706 Topics 24,991 Posts

Share your research articles, interpretations and experiences here. Let us know how these studies affect you and your decisions.

Latest post: Breaking Research News from sources other than breastcancer.org by Lumpie 17 hours ago

Moving Beyond Cancer

3,066 Topics 177,349 Posts

Managing life after a breast cancer diagnosis, including rediscovering intimacy, coping with fear of recurrence, reconnecting relationships, sharing hobbies and interests, and finding inspiration in daily life.

Latest post: Book Lovers Club by voraciousreader 9 hours ago

Growing Our Friendships After Treatment

486 Topics 189,435 Posts

For those who have met on Breastcancer.org and want to continue growing their cybersibling friendships beyond cancer.

Latest post: I say YES..Part Deux..Continued,.for the StrangeDeadRockerGroup by crawfish 2 hours ago

Biographies and Inspiring Stories

310 Topics 5,349 Posts

Share your personal story, diagnosis, and treatment path, and stories of survival, hope, and success to encourage and inspire others!

Latest post: Success Stories! by Carmelle Sep 7, 2018 11:07AM

Prayers and Spiritual Inspiration

805 Topics 80,672 Posts

A safe place to find comfort in and share words of prayer, healing, and encouragement.

Latest post: The power of prayer... by footprintsangel 8 hours ago

For Caregivers, Family, Friends and Supporters

1,451 Topics 11,264 Posts

A place to share your struggles and concerns about supporting and caring for a person you love diagnosed with breast cancer with others who understand.

Latest post: Breast cancer husband by DATNY Sep 11, 2018 10:52PM

For Family & Caregivers of Loved Ones With a STAGE IV Diagnosis

367 Topics 2,760 Posts

A place where family members, caregivers, and loved ones of people having a Stage IV (metastatic) diagnosis can share, discuss, and support one another through the tough times unique to this diagnosis.

Latest post: How did this happen? by illimae 9 hours ago

Member Matchup & Local Support Groups

71 Topics 39,359 Posts

A place for members to request and respond to requests from women looking for a one-on-one mentor, or to connect with others living in similar geographic areas.

Latest post: Illinois ladies facing bc by IllinoisLady 12 hours ago

Australians and New Zealanders Affected by Breast Cancer

46 Topics 16,257 Posts

Australian health care, clinical trials, and life in general in the land down under.

Latest post: Australian Sisters by Delvzy Sep 14, 2018 08:17AM

Canadians Affected by Breast Cancer

687 Topics 12,813 Posts

Canadian health care, clinical trials, and life in general in the north.

Latest post: Does OHIP cover the 'good' boob after recon? by Lolis 3 hours ago

International, Non-English Speakers With Breast Cancer

18 Topics 589 Posts

From our neighbors near and far whose first language isn't English.

Latest post: Anybody French out there?? by Yaelle Sep 2, 2018 04:26PM

Black Women with Breast Cancer

174 Topics 2,799 Posts

Black Women with Breast Cancer who want to connect.

Latest post: African American Women & Triple Negative Status by lLinda 10 hours ago

Latinas/Hispanics With Breast Cancer

10 Topics 57 Posts

A place for Latinas/Hispanics with a breast cancer diagnosis to connect.

Latest post: Soy triple negativo by Moderators May 20, 2018 11:42AM

Singles With Breast Cancer

171 Topics 14,496 Posts

Singles with breast cancer who want to connect.

Latest post: Single life after a mastectomy by juneping Aug 10, 2018 05:32PM

LGBT With Breast Cancer

182 Topics 2,914 Posts

A special and safe place for the LGBT community diagnosed with breast cancer to connect.

Latest post: Stage IV breast cancer patient seeking support LBTQ community by crawfish Sep 12, 2018 07:39PM

Young With Breast Cancer

817 Topics 12,623 Posts

Connect with those under 40 who have been diagnosed.

Latest post: Dx at age 25. Preventive mastectomy? by Sunnysmiles Sep 19, 2018 11:10PM

"Middle Age" 40-60(ish) Years Old With Breast Cancer

269 Topics 43,125 Posts

Meet others in this age-range who share similar life issues.

Latest post: Exemestane by Walden1 Sep 14, 2018 03:07AM

Older Than 60 Years Old With Breast Cancer

256 Topics 63,630 Posts

Meet other women who are similar in age and dealing with age-appropriate issues.

Latest post: thread for middle age to older Christian women. by bandwoman1234 11 hours ago

High Risk of Recurrence or Second Breast Cancer

252 Topics 2,925 Posts

Managing high recurrence risk of developing a second breast cancer.

Latest post: Long term "high oncotype test" survivors by edwards750 Aug 7, 2018 02:28PM

Commemorating Loved Ones

145 Topics 3,404 Posts

Honor those who have passed.

Latest post: In Memoriam List from the BCO Community by SandiBeach57 12 hours ago

Get Togethers

382 Topics 32,966 Posts

Organize, plan, and communicate with your friends during offline events.

Latest post: Tampa area BCO sisters II by MexicoHeather 2 hours ago

Walks, Runs and Fundraising Events for Breastcancer.org

315 Topics 1,122 Posts

Discuss and share pictures of the walks, runs or fundraising events for Breastcancer.org. Visit also our Fundraising Forum for suggestions.

Latest post: One Walk To Conquer Cancer in Toronto by MissMonty Jun 26, 2018 08:27PM

Survey, Interview and Participant Requests: Need your Help!

2 Topics 15 Posts

Research proposals and/or requests posted here by members have been reviewed and approved by the Moderator Team, but not associated with Breastcancer.org.

Latest post: Graduate student researching mental adjustment to cancer by kmajor Sep 16, 2018 11:30PM

Comments, Suggestions, Feature Requests

537 Topics 10,491 Posts

Request new or improved features, report bugs, & view upcoming changes.

Latest post: Post your tech glitches, errors, problems, etc. here. by Moderators Sep 7, 2018 01:14PM

Mod Announcements, Breastcancer.org News, Blog Entries, Podcasts

42 Topics 695 Posts

Moderator generated forum to present our announcements or requests, organization and website news, blog entries and podcasts. Please do not post here if you are not a Moderator. Thank you!

Latest post: Our most popular Facebook and Twitter posts! Join us on social! by Moderators Sep 4, 2018 04:05PM

Fundraising Opportunities for Breastcancer.org

5 Topics 531 Posts

Help support our organization, Breastcancer.org! Please note, this is NOT a forum for fundraising for other organizations.

Latest post: May 11 Chicago fundraiser for metastatic breast cancer by Espoir May 1, 2018 08:30PM

Advocacy

269 Topics 6,508 Posts

Join here to discuss issues where we can have a voice!

Latest post: We need a new ribbon. Comments welcome. by Wildplaces Jul 12, 2018 07:36AM

I've Donated to Breastcancer.org in honor of....

67 Topics 1,497 Posts

Thank you for your donation! Here is a forum to share with others who you're honoring with your donation.

Latest post: In memory of Marybe by NativeMainer Sep 5, 2018 06:32AM