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: Starting Chemo by MILO2018 4 hours ago

Acknowledging and honoring our Community

104 Topics 4,740 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 Alive4Five Jun 12, 2018 07:47PM

Not Diagnosed but Worried

15,862 Topics 127,736 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: Mammogram Results by nonomimi5 an hour ago

Waiting for Test Results

6,356 Topics 59,995 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: Ready for an answer by jmg2350 5 hours ago

Benign Breast Conditions

675 Topics 3,427 Posts

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

Latest post: pre-lumpectomy/radiation surgery concern by Rosebug18 6 hours ago

High Risk for Breast Cancer

2,074 Topics 22,898 Posts

Due to family history, genetics, or other factors.

Latest post: Tamoxifen and Weight by Egads007 10 hours ago

Just Diagnosed

6,639 Topics 100,851 Posts

Discuss next steps, options, and resources.

Latest post: Question regarding metastases by edwards750 2 hours ago

Diagnosed and Waiting for Test Results

500 Topics 5,032 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: Lump 3months after Rads by PinkRobot66 Jun 18, 2018 05:16PM

Surgery - Before, During, and After

7,196 Topics 195,898 Posts

Surgical options and helpful tips for recovery and side effects.

Latest post: Lumpectomy Lounge....let's talk! by molliefish 57 minutes ago

Breast Reconstruction

10,467 Topics 295,042 Posts

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

Latest post: TE/Implant OVER pectoral Can exercise, comfortable &NO RIPPLES! by macb04 50 minutes ago

Living Without Reconstruction After a Mastectomy

1,212 Topics 41,561 Posts

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

Latest post: Air travel with silicon prosthesis by sbelizabeth 21 minutes ago

Lymphedema

4,907 Topics 71,664 Posts

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

Latest post: Lymphedema above clavicle and neck? by Denise-G 4 hours ago

Pain

445 Topics 5,918 Posts

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

Latest post: Sensitive scalp pain by GrooGruxQueen 7 minutes ago

Chemotherapy - Before, During, and After

7,026 Topics 495,475 Posts

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

Latest post: Being in public causing low blood count by GrooGruxQueen 17 minutes ago

Radiation Therapy - Before, During and After

3,385 Topics 125,825 Posts

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

Latest post: How long did tiredness last? Anything help? by Elem an hour ago

Hormonal Therapy - Before, During and After

6,726 Topics 152,069 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: Uplifting and Lively Messages. No holds barred.. by Claire_in_Seattle 30 minutes ago

Managing Side Effects of Breast Cancer and Its Treatment

3,220 Topics 71,277 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 Domzie30218 Jun 18, 2018 06:15PM

Complementary and Holistic Medicine and Treatment

2,592 Topics 54,381 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: Diet and Lifestyle by Warrior2018 9 hours ago

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.

Latest post: Holistic tx only--what I've done by Pallas an hour ago

DCIS (Ductal Carcinoma In Situ)

3,725 Topics 48,041 Posts

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

Latest post: Is my DH really that insensitive. by GAMomma 38 minutes ago

DCIS plus HER2-positive Microinvasion

70 Topics 1,021 Posts

Meet others with this diagnosis.

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LCIS (Lobular Carcinoma In Situ)

590 Topics 8,421 Posts

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

Latest post: Tyrer-Cuzick IBCIS risk assessment questions by LL99LL Jun 14, 2018 08:04PM

IDC (Invasive Ductal Carcinoma)

3,038 Topics 65,465 Posts

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

Latest post: To chemo or not to chemo? by Meow13 7 minutes ago

IBC (Inflammatory Breast Cancer)

1,369 Topics 12,765 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 sbelizabeth 33 minutes ago

ILC (Invasive Lobular Carcinoma)

1,286 Topics 22,016 Posts

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

Latest post: PATHOLOGY REPORT - Hoping to find help in deciphering this by Meow13 6 minutes ago

Less Common Types of Breast Cancer

149 Topics 5,508 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: Single Hormone Receptor Positive -> ER+/PR-/HER2- by TomMorrow 3 hours ago

Mixed Type Breast Cancer

65 Topics 903 Posts

Meet others who have mixed type breast cancer.

Latest post: Two types of cancer in one breast by 1redgirl 8 hours ago

Breast Cancer with Another Diagnosis or Comorbidity

131 Topics 1,921 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: Barrett's Esophagus by cowgal Jun 16, 2018 10:03PM

Stage I Breast Cancer

1,143 Topics 35,046 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 Schweety 15 hours ago

Stage II Breast Cancer

258 Topics 9,373 Posts

Meet, share and support others with Stage II Breast Cancer

Latest post: Lymph node involvement by ThinkingPositive 2 hours ago

Stage III Breast Cancer

3,662 Topics 66,251 Posts

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

Latest post: Pls help. Need positive info from anyone pls by dlittkemann 11 hours ago

Stage IV and Metastatic Breast Cancer ONLY

21,769 Topics 508,979 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: Lymphangetic spread (carcinoma) by tessrachele 3 minutes ago

Not Diagnosed With a Recurrence or Metastases but Concerned

2,474 Topics 27,946 Posts

Meet others concerned about developing a recurrence or metastases.

Latest post: Is it fat necrosis?? by Logang 5 hours ago

Just Diagnosed With a Recurrence or Metastasis

832 Topics 10,552 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: Shadow in chest is recurrence by Sadiesservant 3 hours ago

Second or Third Breast Cancer

433 Topics 5,966 Posts

For those confronting a new primary diagnosis or undergoing treatment.

Latest post: How do you know if it's a recurrence or a new primary? by nonomimi5 Jun 17, 2018 12:41PM

HER2+ (Positive) Breast Cancer

1,924 Topics 68,980 Posts

Testing, treatment, side effects, and more.

Latest post: TRIPLE POSITIVE GROUP by LaughingGull 44 minutes ago

Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

2,231 Topics 71,751 Posts

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

Latest post: Calling all TNs by moth 49 minutes ago

Positive Genetic Test Results

438 Topics 3,944 Posts

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

Latest post: prophylactic mastectomy following positive palb2 mutation by exercise_guru Jun 11, 2018 02:35AM

Male Breast Cancer

223 Topics 2,050 Posts

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

Latest post: Happy Father's Day by sm627 Jun 17, 2018 01:36PM

Palliative Therapy/Hospice Care

184 Topics 5,885 Posts

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

Latest post: No more Treatment? What if I let Nature take it's course? by GraceDD May 18, 2018 12:45AM

Family and Family Planning Matters

51 Topics 401 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: I think I'm being ignored.... by Egads007 an hour ago

Sex & Relationship Matters

114 Topics 5,099 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 FaithsMama Jun 14, 2018 08:02PM

Share Your Experiences Of Life After A Breast Cancer Diagnosis

95 Topics 14,751 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: 2017 Diagnosed-- A Place To Share "What's Next" by DodgersGirl 5 hours ago

Your Furry Friends

20 Topics 3,713 Posts

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

Latest post: Cats, cats, cats by feelingfeline Jun 16, 2018 06:01AM

Bone Health and Bone Loss

208 Topics 3,111 Posts

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

Latest post: Weighted vest? by NicolaSue 12 hours ago

Coping with Holidays, Special Days and Anniversaries

78 Topics 807 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 vampeyes Dec 19, 2017 06:03AM

Employment, Insurance, and Other Financial Issues

730 Topics 7,591 Posts

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

Latest post: California Disability Help by Kmeems 7 hours ago

Emotional Crises: Anxiety, Depression & Other Emotional Effects

1,408 Topics 142,957 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 jaymeb 6 minutes ago

Fitness and Getting Back in Shape

764 Topics 73,566 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 12 minutes ago

Healthy Recipes for Everyday Living

679 Topics 8,117 Posts

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

Latest post: Foods for healthy immune system and anti inflammatory by sarahlee111 13 hours ago

Humor and Games

1,816 Topics 601,531 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 grammamuses a minute ago

Recommend Your Resources

639 Topics 3,149 Posts

Book reviews, favorite web sites, products, articles.

Latest post: YOU DESERVE SOME PAMPERING! by LoriCA 4 hours ago

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

75 Topics 286 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: Free brand new drain pouch by Whateverittakes 4 hours ago

Clinical Trials, Research News, Podcasts, Study Results

5,687 Topics 24,931 Posts

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

Latest post: News: Silibinin treatment for brain metastasis / metastases by Husband11 8 hours ago

Moving Beyond Cancer

3,062 Topics 176,008 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 illimae an hour ago

Growing Our Friendships After Treatment

486 Topics 187,933 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 ChiSandy 6 minutes ago

Biographies and Inspiring Stories

311 Topics 5,387 Posts

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

Latest post: Could lymph node positive survivors share their story? by mumito Jun 6, 2018 12:47PM

Prayers and Spiritual Inspiration

805 Topics 79,462 Posts

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

Latest post: Any LDS women with BC? by Joanne58 11 hours ago

For Caregivers, Family, Friends and Supporters

1,444 Topics 11,196 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: Daughter and caregiver by sherbear817 Jun 15, 2018 08:55PM

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

352 Topics 2,685 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: . Failed relationship with stage IV sister by Micmel Jun 10, 2018 07:37PM

Member Matchup & Local Support Groups

69 Topics 39,180 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: Any Northern Virginia ladies on this discussion board? by Cuetang 13 hours ago

Australians and New Zealanders Affected by Breast Cancer

46 Topics 16,198 Posts

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

Latest post: Australian Sisters by Kanga_Roo 2 hours ago

Canadians Affected by Breast Cancer

684 Topics 12,613 Posts

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

Latest post: Canadians in British Columbia by NVDobie 11 hours ago

International, Non-English Speakers With Breast Cancer

18 Topics 587 Posts

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

Latest post: Hello! Anyone here from India? by sbelizabeth May 4, 2018 11:44PM

Black Women with Breast Cancer

173 Topics 2,787 Posts

Black Women with Breast Cancer who want to connect.

Latest post: African American Women & Triple Negative Status by patoo May 30, 2018 07:43PM

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 14,484 Posts

Singles with breast cancer who want to connect.

Latest post: Single life after a mastectomy by Enerva Jun 10, 2018 02:53PM

LGBT With Breast Cancer

181 Topics 2,911 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 Mylosmom May 11, 2018 10:03AM

Young With Breast Cancer

812 Topics 12,438 Posts

Connect with those under 40 who have been diagnosed.

Latest post: Any young BC patients/survivors who haven't had kids? by 32B 5 hours ago

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

264 Topics 42,933 Posts

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

Latest post: Hormontherapy choices for premenopausal women by Mommato3 Jun 13, 2018 01:55PM

Older Than 60 Years Old With Breast Cancer

252 Topics 62,724 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 Wren44 9 hours ago

High Risk of Recurrence or Second Breast Cancer

252 Topics 2,903 Posts

Managing high recurrence risk of developing a second breast cancer.

Latest post: Long term "high oncotype test" survivors by DebAL May 15, 2018 09:33AM

Commemorating Loved Ones

145 Topics 3,389 Posts

Honor those who have passed.

Latest post: In Memoriam List from the BCO Community by Micmel May 23, 2018 10:12PM

Get Togethers

382 Topics 32,934 Posts

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

Latest post: Tampa area BCO sisters II by SpecialK 7 hours ago

Walks, Runs and Fundraising Events for Breastcancer.org

314 Topics 1,121 Posts

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

Latest post: "Flock You To Cancer" by KCMC May 12, 2018 02:22PM

Survey, Interview and Participant Requests: Need your Help!

4 Topics 17 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: Quality of life in DCIS patients online survey by QUB_PIP_Study Apr 23, 2018 05:08AM

Comments, Suggestions, Feature Requests

536 Topics 10,456 Posts

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

Latest post: Making posts by Moderators Jun 17, 2018 11:47AM

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

41 Topics 690 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 Jun 16, 2018 03:36PM

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

268 Topics 6,469 Posts

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

Latest post: PAIN MEDICATION DENIAL--IS IT TIME TO FIND A LAWYER by sas-schatzi Jan 24, 2018 03:03AM

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

66 Topics 1,487 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 voraciousreader Sep 5, 2017 12:50AM