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Info & Resources for New Patients & Members From the Team

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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: HairMax supporting BCO-25% off with a BCO Code! by Beesie 3 hours ago

Acknowledging and honoring our Community

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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 beth1965 Oct 19, 2021 06:51AM

Not Diagnosed But Worried

17,851 Topics 143,849 Posts

Breast cancer symptoms vary widely. According to the American Cancer Society, in addition to a lump, breast cancer symptoms can include swelling, skin irritation, dimpling, breast pain, changes to the nipple, thickening of the breast skin, or unusual nipple discharge. Still, some breast cancers cause no symptoms at all. Note: Please do not post pictures of your symptoms. It's important to have anything unusual checked by your doctor

Latest post: BIRADS 3 - Push for biopsy? by Salamandra 6 hours ago

Waiting for Test Results

7,276 Topics 67,270 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: Bi-rads 4c, what an insane week by AliceBastable 4 hours ago

Benign Breast Conditions

980 Topics 5,123 Posts

A safe place to discuss benign (non-cancerous) breast conditions. Benign breast conditions are unusual growths or other changes in the breast tissue that are not cancer, though some may be associated with an increase in breast cancer risk. Benign breast conditions are quite common.

Latest post: New lump…did you know it was something more? by mle42 11 hours ago

High Risk for Breast Cancer

2,294 Topics 24,741 Posts

Due to family history, genetics, or other factors.

Latest post: Member of the "6 Month Watchful Waiting Club", Unite! by ubershop7 Oct 8, 2021 09:23PM

Just Diagnosed

7,344 Topics 110,187 Posts

Discuss next steps, options, and resources.

Latest post: Diagnosed and Feeling Overwhelmed by K-Gobby 5 hours ago

Diagnosed and Waiting for Test Results

739 Topics 8,129 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: Mastetomy for 93 year old by ShetlandPony Oct 13, 2021 08:10PM

Surgery - Before, During, and After

8,244 Topics 213,587 Posts

Surgical options and helpful tips for recovery and side effects.

Latest post: October 2021 Surgeries by mamacure 4 hours ago

Breast Reconstruction

11,310 Topics 304,683 Posts

Talk with others facing decisions about whether or not to have breast reconstruction, and if so, what type and when.

Latest post: Seeking DIEP recovery stories by abigailj 8 hours ago

Living Without Reconstruction After a Mastectomy

1,332 Topics 43,610 Posts

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

Latest post: Would you like to donate your used prosthesis? by Pesantezn 7 hours ago

Lymphedema

5,192 Topics 74,820 Posts

Talk with other about how to lower your risk of lymphedema and how to manage it if you've been diagnosed.

Latest post: Cost of glove and chest compression garments by Irishlove 3 hours ago

Bone Health and Bone Loss

237 Topics 3,740 Posts

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

Latest post: VITAMIN K2 combined with Vitamin D3 IMPROVES bone density by Augustkm Oct 9, 2021 03:01PM

Pain

574 Topics 7,467 Posts

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

Latest post: Pain in non cancer breast by Flo80 Oct 5, 2021 06:37PM

Chemotherapy - Before, During, and After

7,775 Topics 531,022 Posts

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

Latest post: Starting Chemo September 2021 by DebbieM1958 an hour ago

Radiation Therapy - Before, During, and After

3,860 Topics 138,343 Posts

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

Latest post: Starting Radiation October 2021 by Rubytoos 3 hours ago

Hormonal Therapy - Before, During, and After

7,688 Topics 171,490 Posts

This is a safe place to share your experiences of others considering or on hormonal treatment.

Latest post: Anxious about endocrine therapy by AliceBastable 3 hours ago

Immunotherapy - Before, During, and After

44 Topics 484 Posts

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

Latest post: Herceptin / Chemotherapy and Heart Damage? by AlwaysMeC Oct 10, 2021 02:16AM

Managing Side Effects of Breast Cancer and Its Treatment

3,507 Topics 75,679 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: Abemaciclib Verzenio for All Stages by SeeQ Oct 19, 2021 07:48AM

Complementary and Holistic Medicine and Treatment

2,711 Topics 56,879 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: The Metabolic Approach in Conjunction with Standard of Care by wavesofharmony 14 hours ago

Alternative Medicine

578 Topics 29,299 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: Treating estrogen responsive cancer naturally by PAKNC Oct 16, 2021 08:37PM

DCIS (Ductal Carcinoma In Situ)

3,972 Topics 50,178 Posts

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

Latest post: DCIS size affect choice in lumpectomy+radiation or mastectomy by MinusTwo 11 hours ago

DCIS plus HER2-positive Microinvasion

77 Topics 1,093 Posts

Meet others with this diagnosis.

Latest post: Anyone had reoccurance aftering opting out of taking tamoxofin? by TheLadyGrey Feb 22, 2021 03:05PM

LCIS (Lobular Carcinoma In Situ)

645 Topics 9,010 Posts

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

Latest post: Pleomorphism Lobular Carcinoma In Situ by LillyIsHere 4 hours ago

IDC (Invasive Ductal Carcinoma)

3,352 Topics 69,257 Posts

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

Latest post: Ways to estimate Oncotype? And other questions by AliceBastable 29 minutes ago

IBC (Inflammatory Breast Cancer)

1,445 Topics 14,803 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 mamacure 4 hours ago

ILC (Invasive Lobular Carcinoma)

1,488 Topics 24,668 Posts

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

Latest post: ILC Long Term Survivors by NinaCA 3 hours ago

Less Common Types of Breast Cancer

190 Topics 6,832 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: Medullary features by Eibra Oct 11, 2021 07:22AM

Metaplastic Breast Cancer (MpBC)

7 Topics 78 Posts

Join others to talk about Metaplastic Breast Cancer, or MpBC, a sub-type of breast cancer. This forum will be moderated by volunteers of The Metaplastic Breast Cancer Global Alliance.

Latest post: My Aunt was dx Metaplastic, I’m IDC what are key differences? by Carpe-Diem Jun 3, 2021 12:28PM

Mixed Type Breast Cancer

83 Topics 1,081 Posts

Meet others who have mixed type breast cancer.

Latest post: BC mixed DX after false negative biopsy by PamEP Sep 9, 2021 05:33PM

Breast Cancer with Another Diagnosis or Comorbidity

195 Topics 3,532 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: Anyone here with another primary cancer diagnosis?? by comingtoterms Oct 13, 2021 11:42AM

Stage I Breast Cancer

1,231 Topics 37,018 Posts

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

Latest post: Would you mind sharing your age at time of diagnosis? by Christinag53 Oct 19, 2021 05:19AM

Stage II Breast Cancer

305 Topics 10,504 Posts

Meet, share and support others with Stage II Breast Cancer

Latest post: Additional Lymph Node Dissection after finding micromets? by mle42 4 hours ago

Stage III Breast Cancer

3,782 Topics 68,874 Posts

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

Latest post: Stage III Cancer Survivors .... 10+ Years and Out by LW422 an hour ago

Stage IV/Metastatic Breast Cancer ONLY

22,882 Topics 571,812 Posts

Please respect that this forum is for members with stage IV/metastatic breast cancer only. There is a separate forum for caregivers and friends: Caring for Someone with Stage 4 or Mets.

Latest post: Buckle up ladies, Puketober is upon us by nopink2019 38 minutes ago

Stage IV/Metastatic Breast Cancer, Open to All To Contribute

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Topics here are started by members with a Stage IV/Metastatic Breast Cancer diagnosis, but open to all members to contribute to discussions. Please note that there is a separate forum, Stage IV/Metastatic Breast Cancer ONLY, where topics are open only to those members.

Latest post: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer by santabarbarian 14 minutes ago

Not Diagnosed With a Recurrence or Metastases but Concerned

3,019 Topics 34,407 Posts

Meet others concerned about developing a recurrence or metastases.

Latest post: Thickening along lumpectomy incision by Toyamjj 9 hours ago

Just Diagnosed With a Recurrence or Metastasis

976 Topics 12,990 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: IDC in dermis — what stage does that mean? by dancingdiva Oct 14, 2021 05:40PM

Second or Third Breast Cancer

484 Topics 6,609 Posts

For those confronting a new primary diagnosis or undergoing treatment.

Latest post: Difference between recurrence and new primary cancer by Peaceful02 Oct 16, 2021 08:44AM

HER2+ (Positive) Breast Cancer

2,140 Topics 76,915 Posts

Testing, treatment, side effects, and more.

Latest post: TRIPLE POSITIVE GROUP by gamzu710 3 hours ago

Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

2,459 Topics 80,152 Posts

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

Latest post: Calling all triple negative breast cancer patients in the UK by Rosiecat 13 hours ago

Genetic Testing

518 Topics 4,459 Posts

ATM, BARD1, BRCA1, BRCA2, BRIP1, CDH1, CHEK2, NBN, NF1, PALB2, PTEN, RAD51C, RAD51D, STK11, TP53, and mismatch repair genes (MLH1, MSH2, MSH6, PMS2, EPCAM)

Latest post: Genetic Testing Decision Making & Barriers You've Faced? by oldladyblue Sep 30, 2021 03:25AM

Male Breast Cancer

248 Topics 2,191 Posts

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

Latest post: Screening High-Risk Men for Breast Cancer by Traveltext Jun 25, 2021 10:28PM

Palliative Therapy/Hospice Care

189 Topics 5,916 Posts

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

Latest post: Guidelines Provide Individualized Palliative Care for MBC by Moderators Aug 12, 2021 10:12AM

All things COVID-19 or coronavirus

117 Topics 4,453 Posts

A place to discuss the impact of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) on you and the ones you love.

Latest post: How has the Pandemic affected you as a cancer patient/survivor by AliceBastable 57 minutes ago

Share Your Experiences Of Life After A Breast Cancer Diagnosis

103 Topics 16,669 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: Diagnosed/treated 2018 -- Sharing our "what's next" by JosieO Sep 1, 2021 08:53PM

Family and Family Planning Matters

93 Topics 804 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: My health destroyed my family by vidal1993 Oct 7, 2021 07:32PM

Sex & Relationship Matters

163 Topics 6,004 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: Vaginal Atrophy solution that is working for me! by swivel2020 9 hours ago

Employment, Insurance, and Other Financial Issues

820 Topics 9,057 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 Sep 15, 2021 04:05PM

Mental Health: Because Cancer Doesn't Just Affect Your Breasts

1,570 Topics 155,510 Posts

Meet and support others who are affected by these issues around anxiety, depression & other emotional effects.

Latest post: STEAM ROOM FOR ANGER by AliceBastable 25 minutes ago

Recipe Swap for Healthy Living

705 Topics 8,360 Posts

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

Latest post: Becoming Allergic/Intolerant To So Many Things by MountainMia Sep 19, 2021 06:31AM

Working on Your Fitness

870 Topics 84,888 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 karen1956 2 hours ago

Coping with Holidays, Special Days and Anniversaries

86 Topics 1,014 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: Many Blessings and health to All!! by LittleGrammieTre Dec 25, 2020 11:23PM

Furry friends

26 Topics 9,903 Posts

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

Latest post: Cats, cats, cats by santabarbarian an hour ago

Humor and Games

1,830 Topics 664,951 Posts

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

Latest post: 4 Letter Word Game by Mom2bill 2 hours ago

Recommend Your Resources

694 Topics 3,509 Posts

Book reviews, favorite web sites, products, articles.

Latest post: Prosthetics by Beck68 24 hours ago

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

84 Topics 323 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: Brand-New False Eyelashes and Thrive Infinity Lash Adhesive by sbelizabeth Oct 4, 2021 09:30AM

Clinical Trials, Research News, Podcasts, and Study Results

5,867 Topics 28,137 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 AlabamaDee 4 hours ago

Life After Breast Cancer

3,040 Topics 191,369 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 4 hours ago

Bonded by Breast Cancer

395 Topics 214,577 Posts

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

Latest post: I say YES. YOU say NO....Numero Tre! Enjoy! by IllinoisLady 3 hours ago

Who or What Inspires You?

296 Topics 5,385 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 pink_is_my_colour Sep 11, 2021 01:41PM

Prayers and Spiritual Support

805 Topics 85,040 Posts

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

Latest post: I am grateful by footprintsangel 2 hours ago

Caring for Someone with Breast cancer

1,478 Topics 11,661 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: Worrying about future - need to vent by vidal1993 Oct 18, 2021 05:25PM

Caring for Someone with Stage IV or Mets

440 Topics 3,200 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: In the dark and terrified by Chicagoan Oct 19, 2021 02:08PM

Member Matchup & Virtual Support Meetups

82 Topics 51,821 Posts

A place for members, in similar geographic areas, to connect for support, local resources and referrals as well a place to meet up within the community virtually.

Latest post: Illinois ladies facing bc by IllinoisLady 8 hours ago

Australians and New Zealanders Affected by Breast Cancer

52 Topics 16,636 Posts

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

Latest post: Recommendations for Oncologist in Sydney by MinusTwo Mar 10, 2021 04:37PM

Canadians Affected by Breast Cancer

677 Topics 13,649 Posts

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

Latest post: Surgeons who do nipple/skin sparing mastectomy in Canada? by 1982M Oct 7, 2021 11:58AM

International, Non-English Speakers With Breast Cancer

23 Topics 609 Posts

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

Latest post: Anybody from Belgium? by Konakona Dec 4, 2020 10:21AM

Black Women or Men With Breast Cancer

199 Topics 2,862 Posts

Black Women with Breast Cancer who want to connect.

Latest post: Special Report: Increasing Racial Diversity in Clinical Trials by Moderators Oct 15, 2021 12:49PM

Latinas/Hispanics With Breast Cancer

12 Topics 62 Posts

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

Latest post: Podcast: The Importance of Diversity in BC Clinical Trials by Moderators Sep 22, 2021 10:24AM

Singles With Breast Cancer

174 Topics 14,581 Posts

Singles with breast cancer who want to connect.

Latest post: Single life after a mastectomy by NotBrokenJustBent Mar 30, 2021 09:10AM

LGBTQA+ With Breast Cancer

188 Topics 2,959 Posts

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

Latest post: Any other queer community members on here lately? by saltmarsh Sep 15, 2021 04:44PM

Young With Breast Cancer

864 Topics 13,306 Posts

Connect with those under 40 who have been diagnosed.

Latest post: Makena by belle_vie Oct 5, 2021 11:52PM

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

282 Topics 43,712 Posts

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

Latest post: Middle Aged Memories by MinusTwo Oct 18, 2021 03:59PM

Older Than 60 Years Old With Breast Cancer

285 Topics 72,338 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 IntoLight 7 hours ago

High Risk of Recurrence or Second Breast Cancer

260 Topics 3,134 Posts

Managing high recurrence risk or high risk of developing a second breast cancer.

Latest post: Long term "high oncotype test" survivors by Emily21 Oct 18, 2021 01:06PM

May Their Memory Live On

151 Topics 3,561 Posts

Honor those who have passed.

Latest post: In Memoriam List from the BCO Community by celia088 Oct 5, 2021 02:01AM

Survey, Interview and Participant Requests: Need your Help!

4 Topics 41 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: Research Study on Your Experiences (paid $50 Amazon gc) by mojos Oct 18, 2021 01:43PM

Comments, Suggestions, Feature Requests

557 Topics 10,566 Posts

Request new or improved features, report bugs, & view upcoming changes. Directly share constructive feedback at comments@breastcancer.org.

Latest post: Post your tech glitches, errors, issues, etc. here. by Moderators Jun 9, 2021 01:18PM

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

37 Topics 702 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: Breastcancer.org Podcasts: Listen to Experts Discuss by Moderators Sep 29, 2021 09:59AM

Advocacy

288 Topics 6,747 Posts

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

Latest post: Dreading Pinktober and Looking for Advice on Advocacy by Poppy_90 Sep 26, 2021 10:34AM

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

68 Topics 1,470 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 pajim by exbrnxgrl Dec 31, 2020 07:48AM

Walks, Runs and Fundraising Events for Breastcancer.org

322 Topics 1,669 Posts

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

Latest post: Gifts that Give Back to BCO 2020 by Moderators Dec 1, 2020 08:09AM