Surgical options and helpful tips for recovery and side effects.
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Can Certain Younger Post-Menopausal Women With Low-Risk Breast Cancer Skip Radiation? Dec 6, 2023 Research suggests that some younger post-menopausal women may be able to skip radiation after lumpectomy, but there are important points to consider. Read more…
I’m meeting with my surgeon this week to decide on surgery. I have 2 different types of cancer in both breasts. What are your thoughts or experience with double mastectomy vs mastectomy plus lumpectomy? I’m in my late sixties.
Hi all, I am a new member of this club and I am glad I found this forum. Brief history about my case: I was diagnosed with radial scar during routine mammogram. When a core needle biopsy was done it came back as benign but my doctor insisted on getting a lumpectomy. Now my doctor called me and told me that actually they…
Lymph Node Surgery Not Needed for Certain Small Breast Cancers Nov 21, 2023 If you’re diagnosed with a small breast cancer, you can likely skip lymph node surgery. Read more…
I was told that my breast would be symmetrical with surgery. I had a tummy tuck with the surgery. My reconstructed breast is heavy and tight. I have been in extreme pain all year and had to have my reconstructed breast drained twice. They are only here to collect fees and get paid for their work so they are done with me. I…
Good Morning. After a routine Mammogram, ultrasound and biopsy, it was confirmed I have stage1 Type 2 invasive Carcinoma non aggressive. The spot that was found was 5mm buried deep in the tissue of my right breast. It was in a place I would never have found it on my own. There is no lump. The ultrasound did not see any…
A place for those scheduled this month for lumpectomy, mastectomy, reconstruction, or other surgeries to gather and support one another through treatment and recovery. To get inspiration and advice from others who have been there recently, see our September 2023 Surgery Support thread. Good luck to all with your upcoming…
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