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Waiting for FISH results
it’s been 2 weeks since my biopsy. Stills waiting on FISH results. I was really hoping to have them by tomorrow when I see my oncologist. How long did your results take? Last time my FISH results came back very quickly.
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Diep and abdominal swelling
My abdomen is still swollen after my Diep surgery back on March 3rd. A cat scan shows no hernia, but "deformity of abdominal wall muscle" per my family doctor. I'm waiting to speak to my PS about my the noticeable bulge on my right side - and in the meantime, found this very recent article (May 2008) about complications…
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Help so overwhelmed
I have just been diagnosed with invasive lobular carcinoma in my left breast. I have had my consultation with my surgeon and he suggests I get a lumpectomy and then radiation. I have a second opinion visit set up but after speaking with my children they were set on me getting a double mastectomy. I emailed him and he met…
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Lumpectomy with Breast Reduction and Lift
Hi! I am new to this site. I am trying to get feedback to see if anyone has had a lumpectomy and then had the breast lifts and reduction to go with it. I am trying to see if I just want a lumpectomy or if I want a lumpectomy with the oncoplasty. If anyone wants to share their story of just having a lumpectomy and how that…
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A place for progressive atheists.
After some back-and-forth on “Is anyone with BC an atheist besides me?” about whether or not political comments should be allowed, I decided to start a new thread. To make way of thinking, the current political situation is inextricably linked with religion, since the Republican Party actively pushes for mandated religious…
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Is anyone else an atheist with BC besides me?
Hi I am newly diagnosed and I know alot of people rely on their faith for support and find great peace with that, however I am a atheist and was wondering if anyone else here was also. thanks
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Switching from Letrozole to Tamoxifen
Hi All, My sister was diagnosed with ILC stage 2 in October 2023. She had double mastectomy and she been on anastrozole and letrozole since then. She is post-menopausal. Recently side effects of AIs been hard. Her oncologist recommended switching to Tamoxifen. From what I have read Tamoxifen isn`t very effective for…
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Signatera test -pros cons
I have seen discussion on here about this test, But my oncologist has never mentioned it. Looking for information you have received from your doctors on pros & cons of test. Thanks.
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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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Starting chemo in October 2025? Let's support each other here!
Is your chemo treatment scheduled soon? Let's share experiences and lift one another up here. We encourage you to share your feelings about starting chemo, what the planned regimen is, how you're preparing, ask questions and learn what to expect from others, side effects you're experiencing and how to alleviate them, and…
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Her2+ MULTIFOCAL
Hi. Anyone here Multifocal with her2+ only ? Er/pr- ? I was diagnosed with 2 tumors they are about 3 cm each and several satellite lesions around them. Nodes were negative. Started my treatment of TCHP. BUT I’ve heard with my tumors being multifocal and large, I have a higher chance of reoccurrence? Is that correct ? Any…
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Concerned
I had my yearly mammo monday. I am 49 with family history of paternal grandmother having breast cancer. Mammo showed small mass 9 cm away from my areola. She had me do ultrasound after and then a cone biopsy for 3 samples. I was given Bi Rads 4 but with no subcategory. Ultrasound biopsy read Oval hypoechoic 0.6 x 0.3 cm…
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Letrozole and frequent UTIs
Hi. I had a mastectomy on my right breast in March 2023. I started Letrozole in May 2023. I have noticed that I am getting frequent UTIs since I have been on Letrozole in addition to Osteopenia and increased cholesterol numbers. Any advice on how to reduce the UTIs. I don’t want to keep taking antibiotics.
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Just diagnosed with invasive Lobular Cancer
Hi i Just got diagnosed with ILC and feeling really shook. I’m a young, active 57yo in “great” health. I have two tumours in my left breast and multiple complex and funky looking cysts. Right now I’m in the waiting game to get in to see my oncologist and get surgery. I was wondering if anyone out there was in the same boat…
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Latissimus myocutaneous flap
Hi I would like to know if anyone has had this procedure? I had breast cancer 15 years ago and then treated with radiation. Breast cancer returned this year and I had a double mastectomy. I decided to go flat. One side healed normally. The other side due to radiation damage with the skin and underlying muscle and tissue…
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Anyone every tried mistletoe therapy
Hello. I am new to this forum — actually I am new to any forum. This is my first-ever post of this nature. I have had a lumpectomy and radiation and now I'm taking estrogen suppression medications for 5 years. I want to do whatever I can to ensure this cancer never returns. Has anyone added mistletoe therapy to their…
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Hormone blockers - do I or don’t I?
hi- I’m a newbie. I’m 72, Diagnosed Dec 2024 with IDC, ER+PR+HER2+, no lymph nodes, tumor 2.2, stage 1B, grade 3, caught early. finished 6 rounds chemo : Herceptin, perjeta, taxotere, carboplaton, had lumpectomy this week- only removed sentinel node ( which is standard) and at this point will do 5 radiation treatments. My…
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Immediate reconstruction vs. going flat now and possible reconstruction later
Can someone tell me the risks & benefits of having immediate autologous reconstruction in the same surgery as single mastectomy? And the risks & benefits of going flat after single mastectomy now, but considering having autologous reconstruction a couple of years later? The breast had radiation treatment 18 years ago for…
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BI-RADS 3
Good evening, everyone, Sorry for the long post, I just needed to vent. I am 38 years old now, it all started 2 years ago, when I went to my doctor as my right breast was feeling sore, and my armpit was very painful. They did mamogram which turned to be that I have very dense breast, and then ultrasound, and there I had a…
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Coming off of Arimidex
Hi all! Soon I will be coming off of Arimidex after 10 years! I'm nervous but hoping that maybe I will feel better. My eyes are getting worse and my hair has thinned soooooo much. I can see my scalp on top. I’m hoping I will also have more energy! I’m wanting to know if anyone can answer these questions for me? Will my…
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AST 107/ALT 203- talk me down please
Hi Everyone, Talk me down. I just moved across the country 2 weeks ago and saw my new oncologist yesterday. She wanted to get her own labs even though I had them done a month ago. My cancer diagnosis: 35 year old female Stage 1A 40% low intensity ER, 5%PR and HER2-. Finished 4 AC, 12 weekly tax/carbo 6/25/2024 (Full…
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Advanced Detection
I was reading about liquid biopsies and DNA bloodwork that would be better for detecting recurrence than tumor markers Has anyone tried this or do you know how to take advantage of this?
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My ILC friends
I’m curious. I will have had chemo, DMX , and radiation and Tamoxifen when all is said and done. I was stage 3 because of the larger size and a few suspicious lymph nodes. But they were never tested before chemo and after surgery they were negative. I also got an over 2cm or more margin all around. I know this is a dr…
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2017 Diagnosed-- A Place To Share "Whats Next"
thought I would start this thread to give those who were diagnosed in 2017 or underwent treatments in 2017 a common place to share our lives and adventures Welcome to all. Together we can learn from each other, lean on each other, and celebrate the good moments in life
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Bone and joint pain after tamoxifen
I concluded my 5 year regimen of Tamoxifen in August 2024. While taking Tamoxifen, I had terrible bone and joint pain in my lower extremities that was only alleviated by strong pain killers. I was delighted to reach my 5 year mark, stop taking the pain killers, and remain cancer free! However this bone and joint pain…
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Just dignosed
Hi my name is Deanna and I am 48 I recently went to the ER for a lump that is really hurting. So I got an biopsy and a CT scan done , and went a couple of weeks ago to the surgical oncologist for the results. He went over the results with me and my family explaining different tests like the Hormone receptors and said that…
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For the 10-year anniversary of my ICD dx I got... a dx of DCIS!
I had Stage 2 triple positive IDC 10 years ago at age 39. I was treated with 6 rounds of neoadjuvant TCHP, a lumpectomy, radiation, and about 7.5 years of Tamoxifen. I was recently diagnosed with a small section of intermediate grade DCIS with microinvasions in the other breast. On one hand I'm glad it is DCIS and I'm not…
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Studies that prove early detection of stage IV recurrence extending survival time?
Can you please point me to any studies that show that early detection of metastatic stage IV breast cancer results in longer survival ? If this matters, I'm talking about ER+. HER2-. I know that it's a common opinion that early detection of such recurrence does not result in longer life, but are there any studies that…
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Adding Cannabis to Standard Medicines Offers Better Nausea Control for People With Cancer
Adding Cannabis to Standard Medicines Offers Better Nausea Control for People With Cancer Sep 9, 2024 But there’s a tradeoff: People taking cannabis reported feeling more anxious and dizzy than people who didn’t take cannabis. Read more…
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Important Links on Complementary & Holistic Medicine
Varying opinions on treatment and health are expected in the discussion boards, but please refrain from offering specific medical advice to members. We encourage you to please take the time to read the medically vetted and edited information that we provide on our main BCO website, and always consult your medical team…