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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 09:05AM

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 vampeyes Oct 26, 2019 04:47AM

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. Comparing notes, symptoms, or characteristics is not helpful here, as only medical professionals can accurately evaluate and assess your individual situation.

Latest post: Interpreting Your Report by Fab4 2 hours ago

Waiting for Test Results

6,917 Topics 63,962 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: Waiting for MRI results 🙃 by Boyd748 6 hours ago

Benign Breast Conditions

876 Topics 4,516 Posts

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

Latest post: Localized breast pain by Utahmom 8 hours ago

High Risk for Breast Cancer

2,213 Topics 23,986 Posts

Due to family history, genetics, or other factors.

Latest post: Anyone else offered Tamoxifen as a preventative medication? by Oz2019 Nov 16, 2019 08:57AM

Just Diagnosed

7,048 Topics 105,929 Posts

Discuss next steps, options, and resources.

Latest post: Diagnosed, thinking about lumpectomy by Georgia1 Nov 16, 2019 09:26AM

Diagnosed and Waiting for Test Results

652 Topics 7,313 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: Terrified continued by Slg1324 Nov 17, 2019 12:55PM

Surgery - Before, During, and After

7,822 Topics 206,668 Posts

Surgical options and helpful tips for recovery and side effects.

Latest post: Did your BS take pre-surgical photos? by Betrayal 47 minutes ago

Breast Reconstruction

10,949 Topics 302,072 Posts

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

Latest post: questions for everyone who has done reconstruction by Artista928 2 hours ago

Living Without Reconstruction After a Mastectomy

1,292 Topics 42,930 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 bennybear 6 hours ago

Lymphedema

5,067 Topics 73,971 Posts

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

Latest post: Heat Lamps at the Hair Salon? by mitziandbubba 3 hours ago

Pain

523 Topics 6,781 Posts

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

Latest post: Head sensations and headaches by Sadden 2 hours ago

Chemotherapy - Before, During, and After

7,476 Topics 518,005 Posts

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

Latest post: November 2019 Chemo Club by Eigna 19 minutes ago

Radiation Therapy - Before, During, and After

3,678 Topics 133,209 Posts

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

Latest post: How many rounds of radiation you have? by cathy67 2 hours ago

Hormonal Therapy - Before, During, and After

7,287 Topics 164,485 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 LillyDuff an hour ago

Immunotherapy - Before, During, and After

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

Latest post: Immunotherapy Tecentriq Helps Some Advanced-Stage Triple-Neg by Martaj Oct 20, 2019 12:43AM

Managing Side Effects of Breast Cancer and Its Treatment

3,396 Topics 73,842 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: Mammogram with seroma? by SUPer52 13 minutes ago

Complementary and Holistic Medicine and Treatment

2,665 Topics 56,177 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: Milk Thistle by ksusan Nov 15, 2019 07:16PM

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)

3,860 Topics 48,965 Posts

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

Latest post: DCIS + Mastectomy + Radiation?!?!?! by MinusTwo Nov 16, 2019 03:19AM

DCIS plus HER2-positive Microinvasion

76 Topics 1,076 Posts

Meet others with this diagnosis.

Latest post: Changes in HER2 status following post-lumpectomy pathology by windingshores Nov 3, 2019 06:04AM

LCIS (Lobular Carcinoma In Situ)

616 Topics 8,738 Posts

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

Latest post: Aromasin for LCIS treatment by Johanna24 Nov 15, 2019 02:50PM

IDC (Invasive Ductal Carcinoma)

3,215 Topics 67,651 Posts

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

Latest post: E-Cadherin thoughts by ShetlandPony Nov 17, 2019 02:29PM

IBC (Inflammatory Breast Cancer)

1,404 Topics 13,825 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 LoriCA 4 minutes ago

ILC (Invasive Lobular Carcinoma)

1,406 Topics 23,726 Posts

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

Latest post: ILC Treatment Options by Meow13 Nov 15, 2019 05:24PM

Less Common Types of Breast Cancer

170 Topics 6,255 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: Invasive micropapillary carcinoma by StellaStarr Nov 17, 2019 12:28PM

Mixed Type Breast Cancer

73 Topics 975 Posts

Meet others who have mixed type breast cancer.

Latest post: IDC and DCIS in the same tumor? by letsgogolf Sep 22, 2019 08:19PM

Breast Cancer with Another Diagnosis or Comorbidity

176 Topics 3,236 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: Parkinson's by ktfelder 22 hours ago

Stage I Breast Cancer

1,203 Topics 36,257 Posts

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

Latest post: Switch medical oncologists? by anotherNYCGirl 2 hours ago

Stage II Breast Cancer

278 Topics 10,085 Posts

Meet, share and support others with Stage II Breast Cancer

Latest post: Stage IIb and 5+ years out, anyone? by Nas Nov 14, 2019 09:34PM

Stage III Breast Cancer

3,713 Topics 67,888 Posts

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

Latest post: 9 Years Out - Stage 3 by sweetbean 4 hours ago

Stage IV/Metastatic Breast Cancer ONLY

22,390 Topics 536,693 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: How are people with liver mets doing? by Grannax2 2 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 9 minutes ago

Not Diagnosed With a Recurrence or Metastases but Concerned

2,758 Topics 31,164 Posts

Meet others concerned about developing a recurrence or metastases.

Latest post: Liver Enzymes elevated a bit... by LeesaD 3 hours ago

Just Diagnosed With a Recurrence or Metastasis

904 Topics 12,051 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 Nov 13, 2019 09:25PM

Second or Third Breast Cancer

462 Topics 6,255 Posts

For those confronting a new primary diagnosis or undergoing treatment.

Latest post: How common is a 2nd cancer in other breast? by Totallytubular Nov 5, 2019 11:25PM

HER2+ (Positive) Breast Cancer

2,038 Topics 73,488 Posts

Testing, treatment, side effects, and more.

Latest post: Taxol & Herceptin by Faith123 Nov 17, 2019 06:53AM

Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

2,358 Topics 76,683 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 7 hours ago

Positive Genetic Test Results

483 Topics 4,155 Posts

BRCA 1 & 2, ATM, BARD1, CDH1, CHEK2, MRE11A, NBN, p53, PALB2, PTEN, RAD50, RECQL, RINT1, and possibly MSH6 and PMS2 genes

Latest post: Share your story of Genetic Testing by Jamlyn4 Nov 16, 2019 11:16PM

Male Breast Cancer

240 Topics 2,131 Posts

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

Latest post: Male and Confused. Symptoms don't match Results by Superman17 Nov 10, 2019 07:26PM

Palliative Therapy/Hospice Care

185 Topics 5,903 Posts

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

Latest post: I wish I knew how long... by Trishyla Sep 11, 2019 11:32AM

Family and Family Planning Matters

73 Topics 688 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: Friend inventing a sick identity after my cancer diagnosis by deweygirl19 Oct 22, 2019 02:41PM

Sex & Relationship Matters

132 Topics 5,623 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: Asexuality by Jennyb60 Nov 11, 2019 09:55PM

Share Your Experiences Of Life After A Breast Cancer Diagnosis

86 Topics 15,753 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 7 hours ago

Your Furry Friends

22 Topics 6,788 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 5 minutes ago

Bone Health and Bone Loss

211 Topics 3,349 Posts

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

Latest post: CALCIUM by Daylightdancer666 19 hours ago

Coping with Holidays, Special Days and Anniversaries

83 Topics 1,000 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: Holiday planning stress begins by flashlight 10 hours ago

Employment, Insurance, and Other Financial Issues

764 Topics 8,504 Posts

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

Latest post: Friend's insurance switched, new insurer is refusing to cover by LoriCA 32 minutes ago

Emotional Crises: Anxiety, Depression & Other Emotional Effects

1,497 Topics 149,163 Posts

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

Latest post: How to forgive family/friends who disappeared during cancer.... by mitziandbubba 3 hours ago

Fitness and Getting Back in Shape

820 Topics 80,068 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 IAmACat 3 hours ago

Healthy Recipes for Everyday Living

695 Topics 8,244 Posts

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

Latest post: Whole food plant based by non vegan !. by Anotherone Nov 13, 2019 04:13AM

Humor and Games

1,823 Topics 636,505 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 Yogatyme 48 minutes ago

Recommend Your Resources

665 Topics 3,306 Posts

Book reviews, favorite web sites, products, articles.

Latest post: The nation's first free online Breast Cancer School for Patients by JosieO Oct 26, 2019 11:27PM

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

85 Topics 320 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: Offering three head scarves by Joy45Gen Nov 15, 2019 08:44PM

Clinical Trials, Research News, Podcasts, and Study Results

5,779 Topics 26,641 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 mysticalcity Nov 16, 2019 08:22PM

Moving Beyond Cancer

3,041 Topics 183,158 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 Magari 53 minutes ago

Growing Our Friendships After Treatment

468 Topics 196,207 Posts

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

Latest post: Picture This!! by SoCalLisa 23 minutes ago

Biographies and Inspiring Stories

313 Topics 5,446 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 SoCalLisa Nov 9, 2019 12:31AM

Prayers and Spiritual Inspiration

798 Topics 83,803 Posts

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

Latest post: I am grateful by footprintsangel 20 hours ago

For Caregivers, Family, Friends and Supporters

1,478 Topics 11,526 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 edwards750 Oct 26, 2019 09:22PM

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

404 Topics 2,938 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: Caretaker for 88yo mother Stage IV by edwards750 Nov 11, 2019 02:59PM

Member Matchup & Local Support Groups

84 Topics 40,010 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 8 hours ago

Australians and New Zealanders Affected by Breast Cancer

49 Topics 16,564 Posts

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

Latest post: Doctors who have breast cancer themselves by evelyn7 Nov 4, 2019 10:50PM

Canadians Affected by Breast Cancer

710 Topics 13,372 Posts

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

Latest post: Canadians in British Columbia by wrenn Nov 17, 2019 12:50PM

International, Non-English Speakers With Breast Cancer

22 Topics 598 Posts

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

Latest post: Indians with breast cancer by Prahan Nov 5, 2019 11:39PM

Black Women with Breast Cancer

176 Topics 2,826 Posts

Black Women with Breast Cancer who want to connect.

Latest post: African American Women & Triple Negative Status by lLinda Oct 21, 2019 03:35AM

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

174 Topics 14,567 Posts

Singles with breast cancer who want to connect.

Latest post: Single life after a mastectomy by Jazzygirl Nov 10, 2019 10:25PM

LGBTQ With Breast Cancer

184 Topics 2,936 Posts

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

Latest post: Binding with implants? by santabarbarian Sep 12, 2019 02:08PM

Young With Breast Cancer

839 Topics 12,957 Posts

Connect with those under 40 who have been diagnosed.

Latest post: Coming off tamoxifen early to have a baby by vmb Nov 13, 2019 06:37PM

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

278 Topics 43,433 Posts

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

Latest post: Vaginal estrogen cream- cost enormously high . Are you mad ? by wallycat Nov 12, 2019 12:14PM

Older Than 60 Years Old With Breast Cancer

264 Topics 67,540 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 5 hours ago

High Risk of Recurrence or Second Breast Cancer

255 Topics 3,016 Posts

Managing high recurrence risk of developing a second breast cancer.

Latest post: Long term "high oncotype test" survivors by UpstateNYer Oct 17, 2019 08:27PM

Commemorating Loved Ones

147 Topics 3,476 Posts

Honor those who have passed.

Latest post: In Memoriam List from the BCO Community by Mominator Nov 15, 2019 12:46PM

Get Togethers

385 Topics 33,067 Posts

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

Latest post: San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium meet up by Moderators 5 hours ago

Survey, Interview and Participant Requests: Need your Help!

10 Topics 87 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: Breast Cancer and Yoga Survey by BCyogasurvey Sep 30, 2019 03:34PM

Comments, Suggestions, Feature Requests

543 Topics 10,186 Posts

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

Latest post: Post your tech glitches, errors, problems, etc. here. by Moderators Nov 10, 2019 06:28AM

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 Nov 12, 2019 10:57AM

Advocacy

281 Topics 6,545 Posts

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

Latest post: BCO Podcast: The Think Before You Pink Project by Moderators Oct 1, 2019 12:20PM

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 06:32AM

Walks, Runs and Fundraising Events for Breastcancer.org

321 Topics 1,671 Posts

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

Latest post: Jimmy Beans Wool Donates to BCO With Your Purchase! by Moderators Oct 10, 2019 11:59AM