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Just diagnosed
Hi - I have been looking at various posts on this site all of last week, and found all the posts to be so encouraging and helpful. Earlier today, I was diagnosed with "intermediate to high grade ductal carcinoma in situ with micro calcifications" of the left breast. I ran this by AI, and it sounds like the cancer has not…
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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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How has normal, day-to-day life changed for you after diagnosis? Share your “different normal.”
We're using the phrase "different normal" instead of "new normal" here. A person's transition out of active treatment into this "different normal" varies. All people and situations are unique. There are no right or wrong answers or timeframes. Share your experiences here!
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BioZorb Recall
I want to let all of you know that have had a BioZorb implanted during your breast cancer surgery that the FDA has recently made a Class 1 Recall on the device. This is the most serious FDA Recall possible. Google BioZorb Recall, Hologic BioZorb recall, FDA BioZorb Recall and you will read a lot of information about the…
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Anyone on DATROWAY (Dato-DXd)?
Hello-I’ve just started DATROWAY and have finished my second cycle with adverse side effects. I’m wondering if anyone has had the same experience and asked their oncologist about dose reductions, etc. to mitigate these. Thanks so much!
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How long have you been Stage IV?
We have a thread of what age you were diagnosed at Stage IV, so how about "How long have you lived with Stage IV". Also please state if you were Stage IV from the get go. I'm asking for this information in hoping to have MANY more years than the 2-3 I was given and to give hope to those newly diagnosed with Stage IV. 1…
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Keto
Hello Do you eat red meat and cheese? Thanks
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Newly diagnosed stage 1 Invasive Ductal Carcinoma
Trying to decide between lumpectomy and radiation or bilateral mastectomy. Want to hear from some who have gone through each
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Cats, cats, cats
a thread for crazy cat ladies! I thought maybe just pics of your own cats, and if there's not enough then just any old cat you can find! I have 8. Technically only 5 are mine, the others think they live here. Mostly because I feed them with everybody else and they never seem to leave!
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gestational carrier
Hi, Im looking to connect with breast cancer patients who have expanded their family through help of a gestational carrier. I was initially dxd with early stage hormone positive, her2 neg breast cancer in 2018. I underwent lumpectomy & radiation, then took Tamoxifen 4 yrs. In 2024, my oncologist gave me green light to…
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Diagnostic mammogram report
Good evening My report stated suspicious grouped calcifications in the left breast at the 2oclock position 13cm from the nipple that are pleomorphic and suspicious. Should I be concerned?
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Are you currently (or have you been) in a Clinical Trial?
I am about to start a clinical trial and am wondering about the experiences of others. I'm feeling a little rocky and at sea, because I've been in the care of a wonderful oncologist for the past three years, and I knew without a doubt that his prime objective was the same as mine - to keep me stable and maintain a good…
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Any ladies from WISCONSIN??
i would love to connect to some nice ladies from my state since support groups are not available out here in the sticks and boondocks... 1/21/15 Apparently the thread I started has gotten a life of its own...im glad it has become so enjoyed by so many.
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Anyone starting brand drug, Enhertu?
I have had growth of tumors while on current treatment. My onc and I have decided to try new treatment, Enhertu (FDA approved 12/20/19)! Wondering if anyone else out there is trying or was in trial? Julie
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Keto/low carb sisterhood
Hey everyone! I'd love to connect with other women who are currently on a keto/low carb diet. Let's support one another with accountability, recipe exchange, research findings, tips/tricks, struggles, and mutual support. Please introduce yourself, when and why you went keto, and share your fave keto treat. ***************…
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De Novo Stage IV
I'm wondering if there is a topic just for de novo Stage IV. I'd like to know how people found out. Did you have symptoms that led you to the doctor for an answer? Was it found out of the blue when you had another issue and how was it found? Are there others like me who have never shown it in your breast but only where it…
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Anastrozole
Diagnosed in July 2025 with Invasive DCIS Stage 1 Grade 0 - 8 mm. Lumpectomy and 3 weeks radiation. No cancer. Oncologist wants me to take Anastrozole for 5 Years. Side effects are keeping me from not taking the drug. Can anyone share experience with this drug?
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Capecitabine - Side Effects
I went threw 6 rounds of chemotherapy and 2 rounds of Keytruda. The Keytruda was damaging my lungs so I was not allowed to take it anymore. After having several rounds of the same chemo I developed a allergy to it which caused me to end up in the hospital. I will be finishing radiation on July 3rd and starting Capecitabine…
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TNBC MBC Stage 4
Hello - I actually joined this group awhile ago and never posted anything. I’m hoping to connect with like minded women living with MBC. I was first diagnosed in 2019, stage iiib; had the standard protocol, chemo, surgery, radiation.Cancer free for 18 months, recurrence in 2021, living with it. On several treatments…
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Zoom Meet-up for Those With MBC: Place to keep chatting
This is a space held for our Zoom Meetup members to gather in between meetings for updates and support. Join our Virtual Meet-ups! For those with a diagnosis of metastatic breast cancer (MBC; also called stage IV) Register: Mondays at 2:00 PM EST, Tuesdays at 1:00 PM EST, and Wednesdays at 4:00 PM EST Young (45 and under)…
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Newly diagnosed Stage IV
I just got my diagnosis after PET scan and my bc has metastasized to my sacrum, lower spine and ribs. The gave me tamoxifen for cancer and Dilaudid for my intense pain. No chemo, no radiation…just a pill. I had anyone had this? First it’s been 7 years since I had lumpectomy, 5 years off of Arimidex, and this took me by…
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How do I move on
I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023 I went through treatment and had both breast removed however my life has changed drastically since then and I don’t know how to deal with it
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Over 60, Birads 3 and a Story you Can’t Believe
I’m looking for input and advice. No prior history for myself. Mom diagnosed at age 90 with + - - grade 3 aggressive cancer. Died of unrelated causes before diagnostic work up completed. For me - Screening mammo at the end of October…Birads 0, new bilateral focal asymmetries both upper outer quadrant. Diagnostic spot…
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Bone Mets Thread
I've started this thread after suggestions that it would be useful. Mod Note: We have removed the original link as it is no longer viable. At one of our member's' recommendation we are offering this link as a resource for you. https://youtu.be/YpFfLrITfEI
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Poll: This time of year, what are you prioritizing?
The holidays can be overwhelming — what matters the most to you this year? Take a moment to answer our poll and elaborate in the thread below. Happy holidays to you each, no matter what or how you decide to celebrate!
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Options for New Atypical Findings After Treatment
Hi all, long post to give context but the TLDR is — what to do about a large lump with high-risk/atypical findings (but not necessarily malignant) and positive-margins in one breast five years after early stage cancer in the other breast? Five years ago, I had a lumpectomy and radiation for stage 1 ER/PR-negative cancer in…
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Leg Cramps with Femara?.....
Hi Ladies, I am 2 months into Femara and Eligard (Lupron). The Hot Flashes are back! I am having lower back pain and front pelvic pain both of these are normally when I first wake up. Last night I flipped and flopped all night like a fish! Back hurt all night long. Also the past 4 nights I keep getting leg cramps. I keep…
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Surgery scheduled for December 2025? Join the surgery waiting room for support!
Are you scheduled to have a lumpectomy or mastectomy in the month of November? 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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It's back - Terrified it has spread
Help! Thought it was gone forever, after having DCIS in 2017. Had a single side mastectomy with recon. In June this year, I saw a big lump on my chest. I went to the docs twice - saw a paramedic and a nurse. even though I explained my history, they were both convinced it was a fatty lipoma. I insisted I get seen, they said…
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New symptoms almost 2 years since completed treatment
Hi all. Suddenly, I had 2 bruise-like marks on my side directly to the right of my right breast. They were about the size of a silver dollar. This is the breast that had a lumpectomy. The bruises were red and irregular. They did not hurt or itch. I had not bumped myself. The bruises have slowly faded. In addition, the…