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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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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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Interpreting Your Report
***Edited by Mods to add: Unfortunately DJMammo has stepped away from the Community for personal reasons. Please do not expect an answer from him directly. However, you can still post here in an effort to get help from our other amazing members!*** Mammogram and ultrasound reports contain (should contain) a fairly specific…
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Single Hormone Receptor Positive -> ER+/PR-/HER2-
Anyone else in this same boat? Would love input or sharing your experience. Feeling a little alone in this boat!
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Has anyone had a LOW oncotype with the ER + 100%, Pr- 0% and Her2-??
Oncotype results…. I am 38, pre menapausal, BRCA negative, no family history of breast cancer.
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ER+PR-HER-
Hi! Don't know if this constitutes a "mixed type" but I have noticed quite a few on this board with the same diagnosis and wanted to see if most are low ER positive like I am. I had 5-10% receptors with moderate staining - at first diagnosed as triple negative. I am going through radiation now following neoadjuvant TAC and…
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How Bad Is A DMX? - Considering a Prophylactic DMX
I just met with a new breast surgeon (the one who did my lumpectomy is no longer practicing) to discuss prophylactic DMX or SMX. I had a lumpectomy in my right breast in 2021 - small tumor (3mm), good KI67 score, no chemo. I'm age 67, will be 68 in October. I get annual MRIs due to very dense breasts, and a "suspicious"…
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Starting Chemo September 2019
Hi All, I haven't seen a September 2019 chemo thread so I thought I'd start one. I am scheduled for my first treatment on Wednesday 9/4/19. I will be having Cytoxan and Taxotere every 3 weeks for 4 cycles. Tracy ------------------------------------ 8/28/19 - Snaffle53 - AC+T 9/4/19 - tmh0921 - TC 9/4/19 - Ryanrose - AC+T…
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Hello everyone
I am 37 years old and a mother of 4 little ones. I had two lumpectomies 1 week ago and was just diagnosed today with DCIS Grade II, ER+/PR+. Unfortunately margins were not clear. My breast surgeon gave me two options 1- she is highly recommending a massectomy with reconstruction. She stated that due to my breast being very…
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Podcast: Final Results From Early Trials on a Vaccine to Prevent TNBC
Final Results From Early Trials on a Vaccine to Prevent TNBC December 11, 2025 At the 2025 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium, Justin Johnson, PhD, presented a poster detailing the final results from three groups of people in a phase I trial on a vaccine to prevent triple-negative breast cancer. Listen to the episode to…
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Podcast: Acupuncture Helps Ease Chemo Brain
Acupuncture Helps Ease Chemo Brain December 12, 2025 At the 2025 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium, Dr. Jun Mao, an integrative medicine specialist and licensed acupuncturist at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, presented research showing that both real and sham acupuncture can help improve cognitive function in…
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Podcast: “We Need More Education About the Risk of Recurrence”
“We Need More Education About the Risk of Recurrence” December 10, 2025 At the 2025 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium, Megan-Claire Chase, known online as Warrior Megsie, a fierce and funny breast cancer advocate, presented a poster on real-world patient and caregiver experiences with breast cancer risk of recurrence in…
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Podcast: Bridging the Gap Between the Oncology and Mental Health Communities
Bridging the Gap Between the Oncology and Mental Health Communities December 10, 2025 At the 2025 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium, Whitney O’Connor, a two-time breast cancer survivor, licensed professional counselor, and founder of the Boobie Queen Company, presented a poster on the mental health tools she developed to…
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Biopsy specimen needed for surgery recommendation?
Hi - I was diagnosed 2 weeks ago with intermediate to high-grade DCIS on my left breast. I have since seen 2 different breast cancer surgeons. One asked for the specimen that was taken during my November biopsy because the pathologist at their facility needs to validate the pathologist's reading before they can give a…
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Having surgery in October 2025? Let's support one another here!
Are you scheduled to have a lumpectomy or mastectomy in the month of October? Join us here where we support each other as we prepare for our surgeries, ask questions about what to expect, share reservations and fears, and support one another through preparation and recovery. And, we encourage others who've "been there" to…
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Has anyone with Her2+++ achieved pCR before surgery using only paclitaxel and Phesgo?
Hello from Tokyo. I am currently undergoing treatment for Her2+++(ER+1%) The preoperative regimen is 12 doses of weekly paclitaxel and 4 doses of Phesgo every 3 weeks, and if the tumor does not disappear, EC will be added. I searched on X and found that there was one woman in Osaka,Japan who underwent a clinical trial of…
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New Mets on my liver
Hi there. After almost 7 years of being clear on Verzenio, my most recent PET/CT showed a completely new lesion—1.8 × 1.2 cm—in the periphery of the mid right liver lobe, and it’s considered highly suspicious. My oncologist has ordered a CT-guided liver biopsy, but due to the holidays it won’t be done until at least…
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New Metastatic Diagnosis
Hello this is my first time posting. I am having a difficult time dealing with my recent metastatic breast cancer diagnosis from early spring this year. I had been in remission for almost 15 years and thought cancer was a thing of my past…but here I again try to find hope and encouragement from other survivors fighting…
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Stage IIb and 5+ years out, anyone?
I am quickly approaching the one year mark here and have my first round of scans post treatment in a couple of weeks. However, the local newspaper has been running stories left and right this month in which the focus is young women like myself (I was 37 at dx). In both stories today the women were stageIIb and eventually…
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Managing the Holidays and Breast Cancer - how are you coping?
The holidays can bring lots of emotions — and lots of people. How do you handle gatherings, conversations, ongoing check-ins, or expectations from loved ones this time of year?