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cording (axillary web syndrome)
Good morning! I’m 4 weeks post op from lumpectomy with SLNB. About a week ago I noticed worsening range of motion in my arm and a “cord” in my armpit on the surgery side. The lymphedema RN confirmed its Axillary Web Syndrome (cording). Man is this painful and frustrating! I can feel the tightness thru my forearm. I have a…
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Early stage lymphedema???
I’m starting PT after lumpectomy and radiation. I had cording, breast swelling and some pitting in my skin BEFORE radiation, and all of that has continued with increased nerve compression. I’m sure there is fibrosis occurring as well. I have no swelling in my arm yet. My PT has advised I wear a compression bra daily and…
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Possibly second diagnosis
I haven't been on this page for quite a few years now. I had to walk away for a while for my mental health from all things breast cancer and pink. I am 14 years out from my 1st diagnosis of stage IIB ILC. I recently had some swelling and discomfort in the axillary area of the affected side (I am post bilateral mastectomy).…
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Keto
Hello Do you eat red meat and cheese? Thanks
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Stage III Cancer Survivors........20+ years and out
I was waiting for someone else to start this…..but I guess it will be me:))))). Oh how I wish there was this thread when I was diagnosed. I had a huge tumor…8cm… with at least 17 nodes positive….some with cancer just bursting out of them….and a bit in my skin. My prognosis was poor and as I traveled from oncologist to…
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The Weight of Constant Vigilance in Caregiving
The hardest part of caregiving for me was the constant vigilance and helplessness. Loving someone so deeply while watching their body fail, knowing you can’t fix it, changes you in ways that are hard to explain unless you’ve lived it. With Stage IV disease, I felt like I had to stay alert at all times — listening to…
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What to do with old Flexi-Touch equipment?
Several years back, I was prescribed a Flexi-Touch pump. The garments I wore had velcro closures and I used the pump daily until the seams on the garments started getting holes in them probably from being pumped up daily for several years and they eventually wore out. I understand that now they have zippers instead of…
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Doxil pain
Hello. On my first round of doxil. Did anyone have a lot of upper and lower back pain?
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Podcast: Addressing the Skin Side Effects of Breast Cancer Treatment
Addressing the Skin Side Effects of Breast Cancer Treatment December 12, 2025 At the 2025 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium, Dr. Ian Tattersall, an oncodermatologist, was part of a panel focusing on body image, hair loss, and skin health after breast cancer treatment. Listen to the episode to hear Dr. Tattersall explain:…
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Podcast: Top Research From SABCS 2025
Top Research From SABCS 2025 December 12, 2025 The 2025 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium featured four days filled with new research findings, poster presentations, and educational sessions. Marisa Weiss, MD, founder and chief medical officer of Breastcancer.org, offers her take on the top results. Listen to the episode…
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Podcast: Interactive Online Tool Improves Quality of Life in Young Breast Cancer Survivors
Interactive Online Tool Improves Quality of Life in Young Breast Cancer Survivors December 12, 2025 At the 2025 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium, Ann Partridge, MD, MPH, presented research on the Young, Empowered & Strong (YES) mHealth tool designed to better meet the emotional and physical health needs of young people…
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Honoring Beckie Child
We are deeply saddened to share that Beckie Child has passed away. Although her breast cancer remained in full remission, her metastatic colon cancer progressed. Beckie was an extraordinary member of our community—always offering thoughtful support, sharing her knowledge generously, and uplifting others through every stage…
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Seroma
Hello! I had a lumpectomy 2 weeks ago. My tumor was in the left breast at the 8 O’Clock position. I am having increased pain and some redness. I have a hard lump above my incision that continues to below my incision to my abdomen. This lump is painful and tender. I do not have any fever but this lump is concerning and I…
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21 years, am still here
I just had my 21st Anniversary and 4th Anniversary of Stage 4. Am still around. Have almost lost count of Faslodex and Ibrance. It is @ 52 cycles. So stay strong, there is hope
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Another biopsy after 2 years clear......
My wife was operated on for stage 0 DTIS and received radiotherapy at the end of 2023. She thought with today being the last day of the year, she would go and see the results of her latest followup checkup, which for work reasons, she has no way to get to the hospital until today. She just called me and said the doctor is…
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Lymph node removed but pathology says no evidence of lymphatic tissue found!
Has anybody had masectomy with sentinel lymph node removed but pathology says no lymphatic tissue found? I’m seeing breast surgeon tomorrow and oncologist next week. Will I need another procedure? I’m not sure I’m comfortable not having lymph node tested as this is my second time having breast cancer!
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Waiting on the results of the oncotype test
Hi there, I wanted to see if anyone out there has had the oncotype testing? I know everyone’s story (diagnosis, treatment, etc) is different. But I’m curious about the following if you’ve had the oncotype test: How long did it take for results to come back? If it was in the range of 16-25, were you offered to be part of…
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Radiation-Induced Fibrosis Risks: Connective Tissue and Autoimmune Disorders
Hello, I am 53yrs and was diagnosed with Invasive Ductal Carcinoma (IDC) in May 25. I had a lumpectomy and SLNB in June. Histopathology: ER+ (95%); PR+ (2%); HER2 neg; Ki67 10%; N0 (node neg); I had two further surgeries. One for a bleeding complication and the other for a re-excision of the anterior margin.…
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“Close” margins
Hello I would like to see if anyone else has experienced this. I have invasive ductal carcinoma stage 2 ER+ PR+ HER2- my tumor was 18mm at the 8 O’clock position left breast. I had a lumpectomy 2 weeks ago. The margins were considered negative but the pathology report states the lateral margin was close. The distance from…
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Newly Diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma with two affected lymph nodes
Newly Diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma with two affected lymph nodes and I am so scared it has spread. Hoping to connect with anyone who has gone thru this. I have a 2.5 year old boy and I am 46 years old.
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angelina jolie shows photos of her mastectomy scars
I don't get this. Please forgive my ignorance as I have had a single mastectomy but no reconstruction (at least not yet). Angelina has had reconstruction so what scars would she be showing? In the photo she has her hands over her breasts? I commend her openness about her cancer journey just don't get this part…
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Hello Everyone – New Member Here
Hi everyone, I’m new to the forum and grateful to have found this community. I joined to learn, find support, and connect with others who share experiences and knowledge related to breast cancer. Thank you for providing such a welcoming and supportive space. Wishing everyone strength and positivity.
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Single mastectomy
Single mastectomy booked for next week due to large area of dcis grade 3, very scared, any info regarding what to expect , recivery tips would be appreciated, also having nide biopsy at the same time
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Side effects from Rads on my Troath
I just wanted to mention a side effect that I had this year from Rads on my C7/T1 vertebrae last year, I am not sure if this is the right topic/forum for this but here goes.'' I was having hoarseness and a cough at the beginning of June this year and notice my voice was getting worse, I started having choking and…
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Newly diagnosed and scared
My biopsy came back positive on 10/31/25. I met with the surgeon and talked about a lumpectomy and radiation. Now, my MRI showed another mass in the other breast and a lung nodule. So now I need another ultrasound and maybe biopsy and a CT scan. I’m afraid that my easy diagnosis is about to be much harder. Does this mean…
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TRIPLE POSITIVE GROUP
This is primarily for people who find themselves with THREE +'s by their diagnosis. If you are new to breast cancer, please click on the link below and read. It is "What I Wish I Knew At the Beginning of Treatment." http://community.breastcancer.org/forum/6/topic/797454
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Dcis grade 3
Diagnosed after first routine mammogram. Large area so mastectomy booked for January. Very scared, also having sentinal lymph node biopsy whilst having mastectomy, scared of the recovery pain for both and also very scared they find something, looking for microinvasion they said. Havent had any information about hormones…
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I am new here looking for support.
My name is Rachel I am 33 was diagnosed in May 2023 Stage 2. Invasive Ductal Carcinoma. Estrogen positive, progesterone positive, HER2 positive. I went through a needle biopsy, port placement, and a lumpectomy of the right breast. Chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and still receiving immunotherapy. Lupron shot every 3…
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Complicated breast reconstruction due to necrosis
I had double mastectomy with immediate reconstruction/tissue expanders placed on November 4, 2024. A week later had post surgery follow up with both surgeons. I had a hemotoma on right side that was drained in office 250/300cc’s. Surgeon said compression necrosis at IMF incision site. My plastic surgeon proceeded to remove…
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Long term "high oncotype test" survivors
Is there any long term survivors who have had a high oncotype score. I know that this test is relatively new but I also know that it has been on the market at least 4 years. So I know that "long term" regarding this test isn't very long term. I had it done 3 years and 4 months ago. My oncotype score was 52. My onc told me…