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.

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All things COVID-19 or coronavirus

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

Latest post: Share a photo to create a bright moment in someone's day! by SoCalLisa 5 hours ago

Acknowledging and honoring our Community

119 Topics 5,656 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 Aussie-Cat 4 hours ago

Not Diagnosed But Worried

17,438 Topics 140,275 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: Change in shape of one breast by Boobala 2 hours ago

Waiting for Test Results

7,073 Topics 65,147 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: An MRI after mammogram saved my life! by wallycat 5 hours ago

Benign Breast Conditions

932 Topics 4,837 Posts

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

Latest post: Fibroadenoma keeps growing and changing shape! by SummerAngel 14 hours ago

High Risk for Breast Cancer

2,248 Topics 24,317 Posts

Due to family history, genetics, or other factors.

Latest post: First MRI and got a call back! by Lilir 3 hours ago

Just Diagnosed

7,179 Topics 107,732 Posts

Discuss next steps, options, and resources.

Latest post: Diagnosed 9/8 - wondering about speed of first steps by AbbyRhodes3 Sep 24, 2020 07:09PM

Diagnosed and Waiting for Test Results

694 Topics 7,740 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: Microcalcifcation cluster - possible DCIS? by Valentine214 Sep 17, 2020 03:48AM

Surgery - Before, During, and After

8,020 Topics 210,054 Posts

Surgical options and helpful tips for recovery and side effects.

Latest post: Lumpectomy Lounge....let's talk! by Ladyc2020 44 minutes ago

Breast Reconstruction

11,138 Topics 303,939 Posts

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

Latest post: Tender spot in nipple area by aprildawn714 8 hours ago

Living Without Reconstruction After a Mastectomy

1,313 Topics 43,258 Posts

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

Latest post: What can I expect in revision surgery for dog ears? by MinusTwo 8 hours ago

Lymphedema

5,126 Topics 74,648 Posts

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

Latest post: question about wrist surgery and lymphadema by edj3 14 hours ago

Bone Health and Bone Loss

220 Topics 3,484 Posts

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

Latest post: First bone scan after treatment by MinusTwo Sep 22, 2020 07:58PM

Pain

555 Topics 7,196 Posts

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

Latest post: When to worry about pain. by Vera66 Sep 24, 2020 02:44PM

Chemotherapy - Before, During, and After

7,642 Topics 526,038 Posts

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

Latest post: Starting Chemo December 2019 by Maryjv 12 minutes ago

Radiation Therapy - Before, During, and After

3,774 Topics 135,953 Posts

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

Latest post: Starting Radiation October 2019 by Kamboka 2 hours ago

Hormonal Therapy - Before, During, and After

7,479 Topics 168,842 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: Women on Ovarian Suppression + Hormonal Therapy Unite! by JRNJ 22 minutes ago

Immunotherapy - Before, During, and After

30 Topics 363 Posts

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

Latest post: New to immunotherapy Tecentriq by Lulabelle2020 Sep 14, 2020 02:58AM

Managing Side Effects of Breast Cancer and Its Treatment

3,464 Topics 74,964 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: kicking the Ambien habit--help... by littlemissy76 an hour ago

Complementary and Holistic Medicine and Treatment

2,684 Topics 56,551 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: Keto/low carb sisterhood by flashlight Sep 15, 2020 01:54PM

Alternative Medicine

572 Topics 29,111 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: Holistic tx only--what I've done by exbrnxgrl 3 hours ago

DCIS (Ductal Carcinoma In Situ)

3,924 Topics 49,769 Posts

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

Latest post: Diagnosed Yesterday - Question about tumor growth by LaVue Sep 20, 2020 10:30AM

DCIS plus HER2-positive Microinvasion

77 Topics 1,092 Posts

Meet others with this diagnosis.

Latest post: Anyone had reoccurance aftering opting out of taking tamoxofin? by Kay7751 Jul 5, 2020 12:17PM

LCIS (Lobular Carcinoma In Situ)

633 Topics 8,908 Posts

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

Latest post: American Cancer Society Correction, But Still Very Encouraging by Lea7777 Sep 1, 2020 07:47PM

IDC (Invasive Ductal Carcinoma)

3,280 Topics 68,562 Posts

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

Latest post: Pathology is back and it’s aggressive by kdholt 2 hours ago

IBC (Inflammatory Breast Cancer)

1,419 Topics 14,192 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 8 hours ago

ILC (Invasive Lobular Carcinoma)

1,444 Topics 24,247 Posts

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

Latest post: tell your Radiologist about Lobular Before your scan by intheclub 14 hours ago

Less Common Types of Breast Cancer

180 Topics 6,542 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: tubular carcinoma by isee Sep 20, 2020 10:54AM

Metaplastic Breast Cancer (MpBC)

4 Topics 50 Posts

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

Latest post: Welcome to our Metaplastic Breast Cancer Forum! Say Hi Below... by Rosiecat Aug 20, 2020 02:14PM

Mixed Type Breast Cancer

77 Topics 1,029 Posts

Meet others who have mixed type breast cancer.

Latest post: Halfway though neo-adjuvant chemo - not working by Susiemommy Sep 9, 2020 12:58PM

Breast Cancer with Another Diagnosis or Comorbidity

185 Topics 3,452 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 with bladder cancer after breast cancer? by comingtoterms Sep 23, 2020 06:29PM

Stage I Breast Cancer

1,215 Topics 36,796 Posts

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

Latest post: Why am I so afraid of mammograms? by Salamandra 4 hours ago

Stage II Breast Cancer

294 Topics 10,266 Posts

Meet, share and support others with Stage II Breast Cancer

Latest post: How to Cure Breast Lump Naturally? by exbrnxgrl Sep 4, 2020 07:48AM

Stage III Breast Cancer

3,755 Topics 68,372 Posts

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

Latest post: Stage III Cancer Survivors ...Five + Years and Out. by KMom57 9 hours ago

Stage IV/Metastatic Breast Cancer ONLY

22,621 Topics 552,844 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: De Novo Stage IV by woodlands 23 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 Micmel 25 minutes ago

Not Diagnosed With a Recurrence or Metastases but Concerned

2,895 Topics 32,784 Posts

Meet others concerned about developing a recurrence or metastases.

Latest post: Neck lump by 2019whatayear 2 hours ago

Just Diagnosed With a Recurrence or Metastasis

938 Topics 12,552 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 after mastectomy and radiation by Secondtimeround Sep 23, 2020 04:36PM

Second or Third Breast Cancer

465 Topics 6,415 Posts

For those confronting a new primary diagnosis or undergoing treatment.

Latest post: new primaries 9 years later by luvmytwins Sep 17, 2020 10:59AM

HER2+ (Positive) Breast Cancer

2,089 Topics 75,310 Posts

Testing, treatment, side effects, and more.

Latest post: Kadcyla for residual disease after neo adjuvant chemo by AngieB92 an hour ago

Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

2,407 Topics 78,453 Posts

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

Latest post: Calling all triple negative breast cancer patients in the UK by sylviaexmouthuk 17 hours ago

Genetic Testing

498 Topics 4,250 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: ATM gene and radiation by zucchini 5 hours ago

Male Breast Cancer

243 Topics 2,147 Posts

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

Latest post: In Men, Characteristics of BRCA1+ Cancers Differ From BRCA2+ by Moderators Jul 14, 2020 01:37PM

Palliative Therapy/Hospice Care

188 Topics 5,918 Posts

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

Latest post: Farwell Videos... by illimae Jul 9, 2020 07:50AM

Family and Family Planning Matters

84 Topics 764 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: Having cancer and small children by Seilien Sep 9, 2020 09:50AM

Furry friends

23 Topics 8,632 Posts

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

Latest post: Cats, cats, cats by edj3 14 hours ago

Sex & Relationship Matters

152 Topics 5,871 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 KBL Sep 23, 2020 05:34PM

Share Your Experiences Of Life After A Breast Cancer Diagnosis

96 Topics 16,575 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: How Did Your Choose Your Forum Name? by Fairchild Sep 23, 2020 10:35AM

Coping with Holidays, Special Days and Anniversaries

84 Topics 1,011 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: Finished treatment, but now have the dreaded Xnas to deal with by rubyredslippers Dec 31, 2019 02:20AM

Employment, Insurance, and Other Financial Issues

799 Topics 8,895 Posts

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

Latest post: Anyone ElseTerrified about Repeal of ACA Bill by Lumpie 7 hours ago

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

1,534 Topics 151,747 Posts

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

Latest post: A Retreat for Peaceful Contemplation by SoCalLisa 40 minutes ago

Working on Your Fitness

849 Topics 82,156 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 ruthbru 2 hours ago

Recipe Swap for Healthy Living

704 Topics 8,329 Posts

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

Latest post: Cannabis to help Appetite? by exbrnxgrl Sep 19, 2020 10:01AM

Humor and Games

1,826 Topics 651,532 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 zogo 15 minutes ago

Recommend Your Resources

679 Topics 3,433 Posts

Book reviews, favorite web sites, products, articles.

Latest post: Looking for Pinktober Alternative buttons, shirts, charities by AliceBastable 20 hours ago

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

75 Topics 311 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: post-op shirt w/ drain pockets, size L (runs big) by navy1305 Aug 30, 2020 09:01PM

Clinical Trials, Research News, Podcasts, and Study Results

5,820 Topics 27,377 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 BSandra Sep 23, 2020 04:14AM

Life After Breast Cancer

3,013 Topics 187,315 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: Is anyone else an atheist with BC besides me? by magiclight 49 minutes ago

Bonded by Breast Cancer

394 Topics 205,075 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 magiclight 14 minutes ago

Who or What Inspires You?

295 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: Any high Ki67 survivor stories out there? by LisaEllen Sep 10, 2020 10:00AM

Prayers and Spiritual Support

801 Topics 84,933 Posts

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

Latest post: Please do Prayers only by bcincolorado Sep 24, 2020 07:27AM

Caring for Someone with Breast cancer

1,466 Topics 11,564 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: Death and grieving how are you doing? by Peregrinelady Mar 25, 2020 08:37AM

Caring for Someone with Stage 4 or Mets

420 Topics 3,042 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: wound care for MBC by JavaJana 8 hours ago

Member Matchup & Local Support Groups

66 Topics 40,523 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 14 hours ago

Australians and New Zealanders Affected by Breast Cancer

50 Topics 16,610 Posts

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

Latest post: Kiwi ladies who need encouragment, but all welcome. by AmusingSoprano Sep 7, 2020 10:03PM

Canadians Affected by Breast Cancer

668 Topics 13,462 Posts

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

Latest post: Canadians in British Columbia by marianelizabeth Sep 1, 2020 08:39PM

International, Non-English Speakers With Breast Cancer

23 Topics 602 Posts

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

Latest post: Anybody from Belgium? by Mountainlover Sep 13, 2020 02:11AM

Black Women with Breast Cancer

186 Topics 2,845 Posts

Black Women with Breast Cancer who want to connect.

Latest post: WEBINAR: Racial Disparities in Breast Reconstruction by Moderators Sep 22, 2020 07:01AM

Latinas/Hispanics With Breast Cancer

12 Topics 59 Posts

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

Latest post: Recruiting for Video Project: Recon Experience for Minorities by Moderators Jul 10, 2020 09:09AM

Singles With Breast Cancer

174 Topics 14,572 Posts

Singles with breast cancer who want to connect.

Latest post: Stage 4 and Single by Anotherone Mar 9, 2020 06:44AM

LQBTQA+ With Breast Cancer

186 Topics 2,947 Posts

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

Latest post: I know I can't be the only lesbian out here? by Lovegolf Sep 10, 2020 02:02PM

Young With Breast Cancer

853 Topics 13,224 Posts

Connect with those under 40 who have been diagnosed.

Latest post: Ladies in their 30s by Mariadll Aug 22, 2020 10:08PM

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

279 Topics 43,545 Posts

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

Latest post: Middle Aged Memories by Vslush Sep 23, 2020 01:54PM

Older Than 60 Years Old With Breast Cancer

270 Topics 69,173 Posts

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

Latest post: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc? by IllinoisLady 8 minutes ago

High Risk of Recurrence or Second Breast Cancer

258 Topics 3,050 Posts

Managing high recurrence risk of developing a second breast cancer.

Latest post: Long term "high oncotype test" survivors by Loral Sep 22, 2020 06:45PM

May Their Memory Live On

150 Topics 3,533 Posts

Honor those who have passed.

Latest post: In Memoriam List from the BCO Community by moth Sep 15, 2020 12:01PM

Members by Location

387 Topics 33,130 Posts

Find other members near you for medical recommendations, meet-ups, or other local needs.

Latest post: Tampa area BCO sisters II by SpecialK Aug 30, 2020 09:15AM

Survey, Interview and Participant Requests: Need your Help!

13 Topics 78 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: University of Arizona Breast Cancer Research by tonymrossi Jul 3, 2020 04:18PM

Comments, Suggestions, Feature Requests

553 Topics 10,522 Posts

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

Latest post: Only able to send one private message a day? by Moderators Sep 21, 2020 11:21AM

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

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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 3, 2020 10:55AM

Advocacy

284 Topics 6,675 Posts

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

Latest post: 10 Myths and Facts About Male Breast Cancer ​ by Traveltext Sep 22, 2020 02:20PM

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 03:32AM

Walks, Runs and Fundraising Events for Breastcancer.org

322 Topics 1,672 Posts

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

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