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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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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: 5 year survivors, post your screen name here! by toronto-girl Jun 22, 2017 08:48PM

Not Diagnosed but Worried

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Meet others worried about developing breast cancer for the first time. PLEASE DO NOT POST PICTURES OF YOUR SYMPTOMS. You are encouraged to seek advice from a medical professional in the event of any concerns.

Latest post: Waiting and wondering by msow84 a minute ago

Waiting for Test Results

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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: Excisional biopsy birads 5 by KMath71 an hour ago

Benign Breast Conditions

481 Topics 2,526 Posts

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

Latest post: Atypical ductal hyperplasia: mastectomy by Mlezak 8 hours ago

High Risk for Breast Cancer

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Due to family history, genetics, or other factors.

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Just Diagnosed

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Discuss next steps, options, and resources.

Latest post: Just Diagnosed - Not Emotionally ready by EastcoastTS an hour ago

Diagnosed and Waiting for Test Results

388 Topics 3,969 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 question by kira1234 10 hours ago

Surgery - Before, During, and After

6,798 Topics 185,378 Posts

Surgical options and helpful tips for recovery and side effects.

Latest post: May 2017 Surgery Group by JuliaJazz 13 minutes ago

Breast Reconstruction

10,091 Topics 287,912 Posts

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

Latest post: has anyone had success with implants after radiation? by Goldfish 36 minutes ago

Living Without Reconstruction After a Mastectomy

1,160 Topics 41,398 Posts

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

Latest post: New BCO Page: Going Flat: Choosing No Reconstruction by JuliaJazz an hour ago

Lymphedema

4,801 Topics 69,607 Posts

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

Latest post: Kicking LE's butt!! Exercise & Self Care Log by 2FUN an hour ago

Pain

387 Topics 5,167 Posts

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

Latest post: Headaches headaches headaches by MTwoman Jun 22, 2017 10:40AM

Chemotherapy - Before, During, and After

6,670 Topics 476,070 Posts

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

Latest post: Starting Chemo in December 2013 by RobinLK 18 minutes ago

Radiation Therapy - Before, During and After

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

Latest post: Starting Radiation in May 2017 by Tappermom383 30 minutes ago

Hormonal Therapy - Before, During and After

6,371 Topics 142,585 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: For Arimidex (Anastrozole) users, new, past, and ongoing by shortcake42 13 minutes ago

Managing Side Effects of Breast Cancer and Its Treatment

3,068 Topics 68,364 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 Hanging_in_there 48 minutes ago

Complementary and Holistic Medicine and Treatment

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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: Ibrance & Letrozole and taking tumeric by 4yourlife Jun 19, 2017 09:04AM

Alternative Medicine

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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.

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DCIS (Ductal Carcinoma In Situ)

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

Latest post: DCIS follow-up care protocol when insurance denies MRI's by MTwoman 6 hours ago

Micro-invasive DCIS that is HER2 positive

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Meet others with this diagnosis.

Latest post: DCIS, chek2+, negative receptors, high grade cells by BarredOwl Jun 11, 2017 04:09PM

LCIS (Lobular Carcinoma In Situ)

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

Latest post: Re-excision post lumpectomy for LCIS by LoveT Jun 22, 2017 09:04PM

IDC (Invasive Ductal Carcinoma)

2,823 Topics 62,673 Posts

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

Latest post: Oncotype vs. IHC for ER/PR by kira1234 2 hours ago

IBC (Inflammatory Breast Cancer)

1,335 Topics 12,261 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: How fast does IBC grow? by exbrnxgrl Jun 22, 2017 08:52PM

ILC (Invasive Lobular Carcinoma)

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

Latest post: Chemo or no chemo with Stage 2B by Chloesmom 7 hours ago

Less Common Types of Breast Cancer

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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: Mucinous Carcinoma of the breast by voraciousreader Jun 22, 2017 06:31PM

Mixed Type Breast Cancer

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Meet others who have mixed type breast cancer.

Latest post: 2 different types of cancer in seperate breasts-anyone else? by pink_is_my_colour Jun 6, 2017 11:40PM

Breast Cancer with Another Diagnosis or Comorbidity

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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: BC & Autoimmune Diseases: How many? What does the research say? by dsteaparty Jun 21, 2017 12:15AM

Stage I Breast Cancer

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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 Fiddler 4 hours ago

Stage II Breast Cancer

204 Topics 7,868 Posts

Meet, share and support others with Stage II Breast Cancer

Latest post: Stage 2 Sisters Club by HoneyBeaw 2 hours ago

Stage III Breast Cancer

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

Latest post: AGGRESSIVE CANCER by Artista928 2 hours ago

Stage IV and Metastatic Breast Cancer ONLY

21,244 Topics 474,407 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: Ibrance (Palbociclib) by Hopefulgirl 8 minutes ago

Not Diagnosed With a Recurrence or Metastases but Concerned

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Meet others concerned about developing a recurrence or metastases.

Latest post: Ca 15-3 elevated Dr Not Concerned? by ragman 2 hours ago

Just Diagnosed With a Recurrence or Metastasis

774 Topics 9,080 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: Shadow in chest is recurrence by jackboo09 13 hours ago

Second or Third Breast Cancer

417 Topics 5,738 Posts

For those confronting a new primary diagnosis or undergoing treatment.

Latest post: Recurrence by claireinaz 14 hours ago

HER2+ (Positive) Breast Cancer

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Testing, treatment, side effects, and more.

Latest post: Curious, how may stage III her2 positive gals out there? by Moderators 3 hours ago

Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

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

Latest post: Questions. Too many questions & feeling pressured to commit by Sam0623 34 minutes ago

Positive Genetic Test Results

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

Latest post: Lynparza Better Than Standard Chemo for HER2-Neg Mets w BRCA by Moderators Jun 15, 2017 03:58PM

Male Breast Cancer

197 Topics 1,871 Posts

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

Latest post: Proof that it's ime for pink charities to work harder for men by MinusTwo 3 hours ago

Palliative Therapy/Hospice Care

180 Topics 5,867 Posts

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

Latest post: Is this the end? by mara51506 Jan 19, 2017 08:58AM

Family Matters

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A comforting place to discuss parenting children, or issues with partners, siblings, or parents following a diagnosis.

Latest post: 12 Year Old Suicidal While I am in Treatment by radgal May 27, 2017 12:36PM

Sex & Relationship Matters

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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 Trvler 8 hours ago

Share Your Experiences Of Life After A Breast Cancer Diagnosis

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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 MinusTwo Jun 12, 2017 04:00PM

Your Furry Friends

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

Latest post: Dogs, dogs, dogs! by cp418 Jun 22, 2017 03:44AM

Bone Health and Bone Loss

181 Topics 2,815 Posts

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

Latest post: Good/bad experiences with Prolia? by cajunqueen15 42 minutes ago

Coping with Holidays, Special Days and Anniversaries

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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: Happy Easter to ME! by mistyeyes Apr 13, 2017 08:46AM

Employment, Insurance, and Other Financial Issues

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

Latest post: Triage Cancer's statement on the Senate's Health Bill by peggy_j an hour ago

Emotional Crises: Anxiety, Depression & Other Emotional Effects

1,341 Topics 136,653 Posts

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

Latest post: INSOMNIACS place to talk in the wee hours by Loveroflife 10 hours ago

Fitness and Getting Back in Shape

731 Topics 69,088 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 Wonderland 13 minutes ago

Healthy Recipes for Everyday Living

668 Topics 8,614 Posts

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

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Humor and Games

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

Latest post: Fun Game -- 5 Letters Become a Sentence by Janett2014 2 hours ago

Recommend Your Resources

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Book reviews, favorite web sites, products, articles.

Latest post: Book Recommendation: The New Generation Breast Cancer Book by ksusan Jun 17, 2017 08:01AM

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

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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: Chemo hypothermia gel caps by laurara Jun 8, 2017 05:32PM

Clinical Trials, Research News, Podcasts, Study Results

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

Latest post: BCO PAGE RE: Pain and Attitude by sas-schatzi Jun 22, 2017 01:25PM

Moving Beyond Cancer

3,025 Topics 171,819 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: So...whats for dinner? by ChiSandy 6 minutes ago

Growing Our Friendships After Treatment

482 Topics 177,696 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 IllinoisLady an hour ago

Biographies and Inspiring Stories

304 Topics 5,276 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 pure0323 Jun 20, 2017 10:00AM

Prayers and Spiritual Inspiration

801 Topics 78,431 Posts

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

Latest post: Catholics by GrammyR 13 minutes ago

For Caregivers, Family, Friends and Supporters

1,406 Topics 10,976 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: How to help long distance Friend recently diagnosed by farmerlucy Jun 11, 2017 06:42AM

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

308 Topics 2,428 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: My mom was just diagnosed by sharmal Jun 21, 2017 09:20AM

Member Matchup & Local Support Groups

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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 13 hours ago

Australians and New Zealanders Affected by Breast Cancer

41 Topics 15,800 Posts

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

Latest post: Australian Sisters by Trisha-Anne Jun 19, 2017 03:16PM

Canadians Affected by Breast Cancer

674 Topics 12,059 Posts

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

Latest post: Need advice on which surgeon to see in Toronto by Meagan1965 Jun 10, 2017 06:49PM

International, Non-English Speakers With Breast Cancer

16 Topics 580 Posts

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

Latest post: Top Treatment Centers Int'l??? For Newly Dx by Heidihill Jun 11, 2017 12:19PM

African Americans With Breast Cancer

168 Topics 2,749 Posts

African Americans with breast cancer who want to connect.

Latest post: Cold Caps and Relaxed Black Hair by Char1110 Jun 19, 2017 06:49PM

Latinas/Hispanics With Breast Cancer

8 Topics 52 Posts

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

Latest post: Some Latina Women Feel Overloaded With Info After Diagnosis by Moderators Apr 19, 2017 09:03AM

Singles With Breast Cancer

171 Topics 15,563 Posts

Singles with breast cancer who want to connect.

Latest post: Single life after a mastectomy by BosumBlues 10 hours ago

LGBT With Breast Cancer

180 Topics 2,892 Posts

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

Latest post: I know I can't be the only lesbian out here? by Tickety_boo Jun 1, 2017 07:28PM

Young With Breast Cancer

780 Topics 12,033 Posts

Connect with those under 40 who have been diagnosed.

Latest post: Coming off tamoxifen early to have a baby by scally1 Jun 22, 2017 08:26PM

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

254 Topics 42,454 Posts

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

Latest post: MIDDLE-AGED WOMEN 40-60ish by elimar Jun 22, 2017 06:42AM

Older Than 60 Years Old With Breast Cancer

240 Topics 59,225 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 an hour ago

High Risk of Recurrence or Second Breast Cancer

247 Topics 2,783 Posts

Managing high recurrence risk of developing a second breast cancer.

Latest post: Long term "high oncotype test" survivors by edwards750 Jun 12, 2017 04:47AM

Commemorating Loved Ones

139 Topics 3,302 Posts

Honor those who have passed.

Latest post: Veggy by FireKracker May 30, 2017 06:08PM

Get Togethers

378 Topics 32,569 Posts

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

Latest post: Western New York Area by Blipkitty Jun 21, 2017 07:52PM

Walks, Runs and Fundraising Events for Breastcancer.org

314 Topics 1,116 Posts

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

Latest post: Want patients, esp. Stage IV, need a "Cure" not "Awareness" by cliff Feb 21, 2017 05:54AM

Survey, Interview and Participant Requests: Need your Help!

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Research proposals and/or requests posted here by members have been reviewed and approved by the Moderator Team.

Latest post: Please Read Before Posting in This Forum! by Moderators May 16, 2017 12:36PM

Comments, Suggestions, Feature Requests

526 Topics 10,109 Posts

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

Latest post: Need help in cleaning up my diagnosis by Moderators Jun 17, 2017 04:07PM

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 Jun 2, 2017 10:19AM

Fundraising Opportunities for Breastcancer.org

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

Latest post: Help Kim Spread the Word! A message from one of our own. by Moderators Dec 22, 2016 01:25PM

Advocacy

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

Latest post: Zadroga Act/WTC Victims Fund/ Saudia Arabia Law Suit by KCMC Apr 6, 2017 07:02PM

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

66 Topics 1,485 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 joycek Sep 6, 2016 07:28PM