For when the goal isn't a cure — it's living well, for as long as possible
For when the goal isn't a cure — it's living well, for as long as possible.
Meet others who are just facing the diagnosis of a recurrence of breast cancer or metastatic (advanced) disease. You are NOT alone.
Please respect that this forum is for members with stage IV/metastatic breast cancer ONLY. There is a separate forum for caregivers and friends: <a href="https://breastcancer.vanillacommunities.com/en/categories/caring-for-someone-with-stage-iv-or-mets"><em>Caring for Someone with Stage IV or Mets</em></a>.
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, <em><a href="https://community.breastcancer.org/en/categories/stage-iv-metastatic-breast-cancer-only">Stage IV/Metastatic Breast Cancer ONLY</a></em>, where topics are open only to those members.
Talk with others about improving your quality of life through symptom management during your breast cancer care.
A unique forum to discuss compassionate care for the last phases of life.
As I go through this forced path I have been thrown down, I have come to realize the love I have always had for my husband was strong. He is amazing and I love him with my very soul and entire heart. Never would I ever imagine the thought of dying and him being alone. Then the worst part hit me!! I can't seem to shake the…
I will complete my first cycle of Xeloda today (2 weeks on; one week off). I have already noticed some signs of HFS on my feet. Sometimes they are red and feel hot. I've had some minor skin peeling, but not any blistering. The heels are the worst (the most sensitive) and it is uncomfortable to walk. I hope I get to see the…
Hello! Welcome! We are done with Stage IV, moving on and planning to staying healthy for a long time. We're Stage V (Which is not dead. We're doing fine, ready to live with this beast.) This is the American Cancer Society/NCI consensus on exercise for cancer patients. * 150 minutes/week moderate-intense aerobic exercise or…
I am currently on Herceptin and Perjeta with Zometa every three weeks. Would love to hear from others who have been on this targeted therapy and how well the treatments have been working for you..
I have had growth of tumors while on current treatment. My onc and I have decided to try new treatment, Enhertu (FDA approved 12/20/19)! Wondering if anyone else out there is trying or was in trial? Julie
This is a space held for our Zoom Meetup members to gather in between meetings for updates and support. Join our Virtual Meet-ups! For those with a diagnosis of metastatic breast cancer (MBC; also called stage IV) Register: Mondays at 2:00 PM EST, Tuesdays at 1:00 PM EST, and Wednesdays at 4:00 PM EST Young (45 and under)…
Hello - I actually joined this group awhile ago and never posted anything. I’m hoping to connect with like minded women living with MBC. I was first diagnosed in 2019, stage iiib; had the standard protocol, chemo, surgery, radiation.Cancer free for 18 months, recurrence in 2021, living with it. On several treatments…
I have seen many people getting Gemzar with Carboplatnin but not Gemzar alone. My Onc thinks there is not difference in OS (overall survival) just more toxicities. I saw that on one study they had the same OS but I get different information from reading other articles. How long were you on Gemzar and how successful was it?…
Hi, first I'm very sorry that these things might have been adressed already, but I am very ill with ME and after had perjeta/herceptin treatment for more than 9 years now, my body and brain feels like it is breaking down and I have a hard time thinking, searching for info etc. I'm bed bound from ME, and have been so prior…
I continue to be very scared once I found my liver mets progressed after having to go off doxil. I am hoping to find some support in alleviating my deep seated fears by hearing other stories of people living and dealing with liver mets. My onc says I have such a petite frame (105) that an enlarged liver will definitely…
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