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yellow breast cancer survivors I became a dedicated vegan in 2012 after experiencing a brain tumor which was a met from breast cancer. I have been well ever since I had Traditional Brain surgery and a novel type of radiation stereotactic.. I began collecting all my recipes and I’ve written the vegan healthy diet cookbook..…

i am just realizing the journey may soon be over. even though i need another transfusion. I am feeling aware. My Dr listed all the side effects and provided medication. I am feeling blessed next step to confer with Radiation oncologist , it has been a journey!! My son has gone to every appointment and rearranged his job…

I’m a seasoned 71-year-old 2X survivor who is going for #3 & #4!!! Each cancer has been new. Except for the 1st, they were all small. I was notified today that 2 recent biopsies of the same breast indicate cancer. I have questions while waiting for the referral to a surgeon. Has anyone had the full course of daily…

I’m positive for ATM p.N31K, which is classified as a Variant of Unknown Significance (VUS). Does anyone know if science is any closer to being able to determine if this VUS is Likely Benign or Likely Pathogenic? I had bilateral mastectomy with sentinel lobe biopsy about six weeks ago for grade 3 DCIS with comedo necrosis…

Hello all, It's been a while since I've posted. Looking through the forum I'm finding a lot of comfort knowing I'm not alone! I had a giant 8cm Grade 3 ER-/PR- DCIS back in 2015 that was treated with Uni Mastectomy. No chemo or radiation. After 8 1/2 years of everything clear on MRI every year, I have now discovered an…

I just started a regimen of taxotere and cytoxan for four rounds. I really need to talk to someone who has been on just this regimen. My first session did not go well. It dropped my sodium levels too low and I had a couple of seizures. They kept me in the hospital for two nights. I have been achey and weak since. Does it…

hello, I have a strong history of breast cancer in my family. Mom, Aunts, Sister and Cousins. I am 60 and have had annual mammograms since I was 35. My recent mammogram results were indeterminate asymmetry. All other have come back normal. I called my doctors office to get a referral so I could schedule the additional…

I had a double mastectomy in sept 2-24 and recently had my exchange surgery in oct 2025. Since then i have had random swelling a developed a new lump. Ultrasound said hypoechoic structure measuring 16x429mm 3 weeks ago. Todays ultrasound shows a growth of approx 9mm in 3 weeks, now 25x4x29mm. how concerned should I be and…

Often, the hardest part of screening and testing isn't undergoing the tests themselves, but WAITING for results to come back. If you're like most people, you will want your test results as soon as possible. Read here for steps you can take to feel more in control of the process: * Test Results and Medical Records,…

Developed terrible infection in right breast seven days after double mastectomy with tissue expander placement. High fever, chills, skin necrosis, blistering and breast leaking from incisions. Expander removed, cultures taken, flushed area and closed back up. Proper oral antibiotic received once the bacteria were…

Hi everyone, my first dx was in 2018 (age 32) after self discovery. I had a Bi-lat mastectomy and had been on tamoxifen. Oncotype 11 so no chemo recommended. ER+/PR+. Chek2 positive. Feeling great with no symptoms, I did a Galleri test this October 2024, which came back with positive breast signal. CT scan w contrast…

recently diagnosed with this mutation. Does this mean I have active cancer in my body? My dr is trying to get me on Truqap. My dr keeps telling me I’m metastatic, but I don’t know what it is based on. Is it because of this mutation or because I’ve had 3 primary IDC in 23 years. Earliest was 2025. When I ask, she says it…

I know everyone on here has had the experience of waiting for test results. I am currently waiting for biopsy results but the radiologist said given the spiculated margins of the mass I am probably looking at breast cancer. I’ve been in therapy the past couple of months for health anxiety so this is a big blow and my…

Waiting for results of slnb, had smx dcis was 80 x 83 x 80 so very large. What are the treatments usually given for the microinvasion ?

I had my cardio cat scan everything was good, so why is my LVEF low? I must get back to treatment I worry my cancer will come out of Remission!

I recently was diagnosed with invasive DCIS and my surgeon told me that there is trial called the Debra trial I may qualify for. I have invasive DCIS stage 1 grade 1 ER+ and HER2- and it is smaller than 2cm. This so far qualifies me and the next step is to see if my oncotype gene score is between 1-18 and also would need…

Hello, After being on letrozole for a few years, my CRP levels are high. They think that there is inflammation, I do have lymphedema but my Crp has never been high, Has anyone experienced this?

Background - I had a double mastectomy for stage 2B lobular breast cancer in December of 2012 followed by chemo and anastrozole ,and a lumpectomy for DCIS and radiation five years prior in 2007. Due to severe complications with the double mastectomy I was hospitalized for a month and came home with a pretty big dog ear on…

Our sister, kayrnic, started a thread celebrating being 2 years (hooray!) out from her stage IV dx. I was thinking along those same lines when I read her post. So often, those newly dx'ed stage IV, think they've been handed an immediate death sentence and panic or plunge into some very dark places. This is understandable,…

Hello All. I was diagnosed with stage 3 BC 16 years ago and had mastectomy, chemo and radiation. Have been in survivorship program for 15 years. Persistent cough took me to Er last week - CT showed multiple lesions in my lung and liver - dr thinks it is metastatic spread to organs. Had a liver biopsy yesterday. Awaiting…

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…

So……. Had my follow up with my breast surgeon today 2 weeks post lumpectomy. I’ve been having increased pain and swelling and generally feeling like crap. I can feel quite a large lump that starts over the incision going all the way down to my stomach quite painful! My lump was near my cleavage at the 8 o’clock position…

good morning wondering how many people lost there hair on enhertu ?

2017- Original diagnosis lump right breast, lumpectomy, radiation. 2021 - husband diagnosed with Alzheimer's due to Agent Orange. Dec 2023 - Angiosarcoma diagnosis due to radiation. 2024 - Chemo, no radiation, double radical mastectomy with flap on right side. First recommendation mastectomy on right breast only. Got 2nd…

Good morning everyone! I have been fighting this battle since 2004 when diagnosed with Stage 2 B breast cancer with metastasis to one node out of 15. After a partial mastectomy and taking Arimidex for 8 years, was in remission until 2019 until it came back with a vengeance to a Stage 4 with mets to my bones and a lesion in…

I was hoping to make the 5 year mark this summer, and add my name to the list of those who did make it, but I found out yesterday afternoon in the ER, that the cancer has now spread to the bones in my chest and spine. Not sure about next steps, as need to get in touch with oncologist for "new plan", but not looking good…

originally diagnosed IDC grade 2 , stage 3A HR+ with Allred score 8/8 and HER2- at the age of 46, 10 years back . Surgery, chemo and radiation therapy done as part of treatment followed by 5 years of tamoxifen followed by 5 years of letrozole and Zolenic acid. Now got bone pain few months back. When done pet scan and MRI…

Are you scheduled to have a lumpectomy or mastectomy in the month of December? 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…

I'd like to connect with people who have a similar diagnosis. • Primary tumor in the breast:
Invasive lobular carcinoma ILC
ER 95% positive
PR negative
HER2 negative
Ki 67 >10 • Cancer found in the axillary lymph nodes:
Invasive ductal carcinoma metastasis
ER 95% positive
PR negative
HER2 negative
Ki 67 >30

I am supposed to start an aromatase inhibitor. I am 72 yo and am concerned about the joint pain and damage to bone density. I have been reading about the supplements DIM and CDG as an alternative and I wondered if anyone is using either or both of these and what is your experience?