ILC LFET SIDE 46 MM , RIGHT SIDE 5MM IDC
I have diagnosed with ER/PR + HER2 negative on April 21st 2025. Bilateral mastectomy done with reconstruction ,tissue expanders in place . I will start radiation soon my left side .
DXoncotype 16
Worried for the side effects of radiation .On Letrozole and lupron since May 2025
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@vandana10 - Hi, and welcome to Breastcancer.org! We're sorry you have to be here for this, but glad you found us and decided to share your story.
It’s completely normal to feel worried about starting radiation. Many in our community have been there and understand what you’re going through. Until you get responses from others, here are a few discussion threads that might help you feel more prepared and supported:
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My radiation experience was good. They were really good about checking my skin on a regular basis to make sure everything looked good & didn’t get too irritated.
I used calendula cream (purchased on Amazon) and Aquafor on my skin. (I’d put the Aquafor on at night & sleep in an old tee (because it’s like a thick Vaseline) I’d put the calendula on after radiation. One tip I saw on here was to start putting calendula on 1-2 weeks before you start radiation.
another tip - don’t put any type of lotion on your breast a couple hours before radiation.My radiation dr also prescribed Mometesone cream to put on once a day. They had recently started using that for breast radiation & had success with that preventing skin irritation.
Stay well hydrated is also important.
A soft cotton bra or camisoles are also good to have to prevent irritation.Hope these tips help.
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Thank you so much . I will start radiation next week .
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