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Long term side effects of radiation theraphy
for my sister doctor suggested her for 33 sessions of radiation theraphy after mastectomy I just want to long term side effects of radiation and how soon we can go for radiation theraphy after mastectomy kindly share your experience
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ISO a really skilled surgeon
Hello, I was diagnosed Stage 1A Triple Positive IDC in 2019. Genetics showed positive for ATM mutation. Had a bilateral mastectomy with direct to implant reconstruction, three fat grafting surgeries. All well until now. I need more fat grafting AND I think I may have BII. My right foob is really swollen and irritated after…
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THIS or THAT Game
Which do you prefer....THIS or THAT? Express your preference....and then present a new question! Salty or Sweet?
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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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Upcoming biopsy for "subareolar mass" 1 year after mastectomy for extensive DCIS
I am trying not to get too panicky yet, and I'm more annoyed than scared at this point. I was diagnosed with DCIS in January 2023 after many years of monitoring and multiple biopsies that showed benign papillomas. I then found out I was CHEK2 positive and stepped up the monitoring with annual MRIs. I had very "busy"…
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HRT after Breast Cancer? Maybe!
I just wanted to share this information I've found. The first is a book cowritten by an oncologist, Dr Bluming, called Estrogen Matters. The second is an article he just had published in Cancer Journal entitled 'HRT after Breast Cancer - It Is Time.' I would be happy to send a copy of the article to anyone as he was kind…
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which Chemo for 2. Primary Breastcancer Hormonal + Her-
Dear Ladies, I had Hormonal + Breatcancer in 2009 T1, N1, G3, Her- which was treated with 4 EC and 12 Pacly. And 10 years Tamoxifen as I was 35 at that time. Now I have a new one in the other Breast (T1C, N?, G3, Her -) and gettin Neoadjuvant TC 6x Chemo. I am still not in Menopause. No E this time. I am living in Germany…
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Neuropathy
Hi, I am new here so I hope I am doing this correctly. I had cancer and treatment in 2013 and had taxol. I had bad neuropathy for a few years after, took gabapentin which helped reduce pain and went off the medication because I was ok. I have had the neuropathy- mostly pain-sometimes since then like once a month. The last…
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Unofficially Diagnosed?
Hi all! I am 42, and went for a diagnostic mammogram and ultrasound yesterday. I’ve been going since I was 30 since my mother had bc at the age of 40. I had noticed some tethering of the underside of my left breast and then felt around and found a new lump. I have firbrocystic breasts with multiple cysts and fibroadenomas…
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FES PET/CT scan insurance coverage
Has anyone with traditional Medicare had a FES PET/CT scan? I can’t get a definitive answer on payment for the procedure from either the hospital or CMS. Both say that an FDG PET/CT is covered so the answer is “probably.” Given the cost (more than FDG) I’m worried about having it done without knowing for sure. After two…
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Worried
Hello All, I am a 38 year old female with two small children. I have been having breast discharge (only when squeezed) since I last breastfed 3 years ago. I thought this was normal but I mentioned it at my last check up. I had a normal mammogram and ultrasound. However, they tested the fluid and found Rare atypical…
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Young Women With No Genetic Mutations Have Low Risk of Second Primary Breast Cancer
Young Women With No Genetic Mutations Have Low Risk of Second Primary Breast Cancer Jun 17, 2024 The risk of a young woman developing a second primary breast cancer is relatively low, unless she has a mutation linked to breast cancer. Read more…
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Discovering Asexuality
After starting Tamoxifen and now Anastrozole, my sex drive dwindled to a flicker. Even before my mastectomy, we were having challenges with sex. After delivering my second child as a VBAC, sex was very painful except for a limited few positions. Turned out, my uterus was prolapsing, which put my cervix at a bad angle for…
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Gene BLM pathogenic variant
Anyone with stage 1, grade 1 HR+, HER2- Invasive Ductal Carcinoma with a pathogenic BLM variant? Still waiting for final pathology after lumpectomy. With this genetic variant, a history of eczema & atopic dermatitis and numerous allergies, sensitive skin and hypermobility (connective tissue disorder), I am leaning towards…
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Interactive decision support tool!
Hi All, We're letting you know about a new interactive decision support tool for patients that could be helpful in making treatment decisions for people with a metastatic breast diagnosis. It was developed by Clinical Care Options, LLC, and it can provide you with recommendations from 5 experts regarding treatment. We hope…
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Truqap experience
stage 4 Mets to lung, liver, bones and lymph On the sixth week of truqap, handling it pretty well. Some diarrhea that is unpredictable so I always have Imodium on hand. Sometimes I get nauseous and my taste is off. My concern is for the blood sugar levels. Trying to keep my diet during the four days which is no sugars but…
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Primary lung cancer after treatment with chemo
Just read this article - https://www.epicresearch.org/articles/women-with-breast-cancer-especially-those-who-received-chemotherapy-at-increased-risk-for-subsequent-lung-cancer Apparently new information has come out showing a higher rate for primary lung cancer after breast cancer treatment with chemo. Something like a 57%…
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14 YEAR STAGE 3 ILC SURVIVOR
I’m hoping someone can provide me some guidance. I am a 14 year Stage 3A ILC survivor. I did all the right things including chemo rads double mastectomy and 13+ years of Arimidex. Believing that you get long term benefit of protection from long term use of Arimidex, I made the decision to stop taking it because I was…
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Genetic Testing Saved My Life
Genetic Testing Saved My Life May 31, 2024 Dr. Brooklyn Olumba explains how discovering she had a BRCA2 mutation led to earlier breast cancer screening and detection. At the 2024 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting, Dr. Brooklyn Olumba was part of ASCO Voices, a program that gives people in the…
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Share a photo to create a bright moment in someones day!
Hi All! #GivingTuesdayNow, a new initiative in response to COVID-19, is on May 5 and we're using it as an opportunity to talk about how Breastcancer.org community members give support to each other. The goal is to spread positivity through photos. What can you share or suggest to create a bright moment in someone's day?…
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ILC stage 3 and 10 year survival
I am wondering anyone with ILC stage 3 diagnosis and made it to 10 year without any recurrence.
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Have you experienced PTS or PTSD following a breast cancer diagnosis?
Please share below your experiences with PTS (post-traumatic stress) or PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). How has this affected your life, the way you feel, your relationships, activities? And how are you managing?
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How many reconstructive surgeries are too many?
I've had a setback with my reconstruction and I'm not sure what I want to do. I had a mastectomy on the right side in November 2022 and had a tissue expander placed, which was swapped for an implant in October 2023 after I healed from radiation. I had mild discomfort from the implant even after recovery and wasn't super…
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Taxotere Linked to Less Neuropathy in Black Women
Taxotere Linked to Less Neuropathy in Black Women Jun 17, 2024 In Black women with early-stage breast cancer, Taxotere every three weeks caused less peripheral neuropathy than Taxol every week. Read more…
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Enhertu Beats Chemotherapy for HER2-Low and -Ultralow Metastatic Breast Cancer
Enhertu Beats Chemotherapy for HER2-Low and -Ultralow Metastatic Breast Cancer Jun 17, 2024 Enhertu offers better survival than chemotherapy for pre-treated, metastatic, HER2-low or -ultralow breast cancer. Read more…
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Fertility Treatments Safe for Survivors With BRCA Mutations
Fertility Treatments Safe for Survivors With BRCA Mutations Jun 11, 2024 Assisted reproductive technology doesn't increase the risk of breast cancer coming back in young women with BRCA mutations and a history of breast cancer. Read more…
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Hi I am New here. Finished my treatment, lost a husband, would like to share!
I had a lumpectomy, chemo, and then a masectomy complete and a hysterectomy after they found the BRACA gene. I have remained flat and happy with that, my husband left me and my children (not his) after my first chemo as he couldn't and didn't want to take on the extra duties that it might entail. I live in France and had…
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Pain in one breast, no lumps, not due to my period. How worried should I be?
I’m a 45 year old woman and my mom had a rare form of cancer (phyllodes tumor), which is more of a sarcoma than breast cancer. It did unfortunately, take her life. Due to family history, I’ve been getting mammograms since 40. That said, I’ve had random pains that I would describe as shooting pains in my left breast. Very…
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I am so scared :(
Good morning everyone! I'm writing because I needed to vent to someone about this subject... I'm 38 years old. 3 months ago I discovered a large lump in my left breast. I don't know how I hadn't realized it before, but the truth is that when I found it, I decided to go to the gynecologist. She scheduled me for an…
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Arabic speakers with Breast Cancer
Good morning, Anyone here who is native Arabic speaker? Would love to connect.