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hello I was wondering if any one has discovered the magic potion that helps with the arm and shoulder itching caused by phsego and if people have found the itch is worse after been in sun? to put into context, I started the injections in January but I only started itching late March snd was just occasionally and on my…
I just finished round 4 of 4 of TC chemo after a lumpectomy and will start radiation in a few weeks. After that, I’ll more than likely be put on Tamoxifen. I’m 5’4” and 190 pounds. I’ve put on 8 pounds since chemo started and with the anti-estrogen med, I’m sure I’ll put on more. I don’t care about the number. I just want…
I had surgery and radiation in the 1st half of 2024. Anyone else having pain in the breast and from bottom of rib cage all around the side and down the arm on the surgery side? I have seen the recall on the Biozorb marker and I’m not sure if my pain is from that or just general pain from the surgery and radiation.…
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HI all, Which no-underwire bras do you love for post-mastectomy or lumpectomy? Why?
I had Stage 0, Grade 3 DCIS in left breast. After two lumpectomies, margins were still not clear. I opted for bilateral mastectomy based on family history and genetic testing results. I am 16 days out from the third surgery within 7 weeks of each other. I am nauseous every day and have occasional migraines/headaches. I was…
Hi all, I am currently getting my lupron shot to stay in menopause. I am also taking letrazole and kisqali (on for 3 weeks and off for 1 week). I feel like an angry monster when I am on Kisqali. My doctor says it’s not kisqali but I promise you it is. I feel less angry on my off week. I find myself being easily irritable…
I was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer with a high oncogene score. I finished chemo and surgery and am now on letrozole and Kisquali (been about 6 weeks). I wonder how many others feel like "their body is dealing with something" but don't know how to put it into words. I do have some digestive issues, some joint pain,…
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