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In Treatment Zoom Meet-Ups: Place to keep chatting
This is a space held for our In Treatment Zoom Meetup members to gather in between meetings for updates and support. Join our Virtual Meet-ups! Tuesdays at 1pm ET, register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEvc-uurzgvHNyvhpw-l0KPkwjlKN_KbOeC#/registration Thursdays at 6pm ET, register here:…
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Did you consider bilateral mastectomy for DCIS?
I am really struggling to make a decision about the best path forward, so I've come to learn from all of you. I am still waiting on genetic testing results to come through, but have no reason to believe that there will be anything of significance. If there is, I will pivot accordingly. I had a 1.2cm, grade 3 DCIS with…
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HER2 Positive-anyone 10 years out?
Hi ladies, I was wondering if there are any women out there who are 10 years or longer with her2 positive breast cancer? When I was diagnosed in 2008, my prognosis said '80% chance of no recurrence in 10 years'. Wondered what they based this on, as I have yet to talk to anyone past 6-8 years and they seem to have had…
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Contemplative practices - Affirmations, white light visualizations, healing meditations
Do you have a contemplative practice? A spiritual lifestyle ? imagery or healing meditations you like? Let’s share the love of positive affirmations and meditations. I just finished Ian Gawler's book You Can Conquer Cancer , and I was reminded how much I love self healing practices. I do white light meditations every…
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After surgery can drink Soybean milk everyday?
pr90%,er90%,hers-,after surgery ,can drink soybean milk everyday?is that harmful ?soybean milk can form Estrogen?
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How long does initial ultrasound results take?
My screening mammogram showed an irregular mass 21mm. This is a change from last mammogram done a year and a half ago. The radiologist scheduled an ultrasound for this coming Wednesday. How long does it usually take for results? Is it ok to call imaging center and ask? The waiting and anxiety is torture. I don’t know how…
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Just diagnosed
Hi my name is Stacey. I just got the results from my biopsy today. The doctor said it’s invasive ductal carcinoma grade 2 and as of right now it’s between stage 1 and low 2 with clear lymph nodes but that could change after surgery. I did talk to the patient coordinator and she is going to schedule me to see the oncology…
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Hip joint pain is it lymphedema? anyone else experience hip pain?
Hi all, about two months ago I started with groin pain, did everything to rehab, stretching, gentle strength training, rest.. you name it, pain is still there. Not in the mornings when I wake but gets worse as the day goes on. First only right hip but now left is starting to feel uncomfortable as well..I have lymph in my…
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Architecture distortion with benign biopsy but sent to MRI and surgeon
Hi everyone, I am new here and just went through a roller coaster with my breast exams over the past week. Hoping to get some help and support from this group. I am 38 and just finished breastfeeding my 1 yr old. I did my first mammogram last Friday and got callback for diagnostic mammogram followed by ultrasound. I was…
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Radial Scar - Observe or Take Out?
I'm recently diagnosed with a benign radial scar. First seen on a screening mammogram as an area of "focal distortion." Called back for diagnostic mammogram and ultrasound. It persisted on the diagnostic mammogram as architectural distortion and a 0.7cm irregular mass was found on the ultrasound. The radiologist came in…
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Treatment plan
Hello! I'm 56 yrs old and found my lump a year ago. It appeared almost overnight and I assumed it was a cyst or a byproduct of the life long fibrocystic disease I had growing up. Finally broke down and had it checked. Invasive Ductal Carcinoma, Stage 2, Grade 3, Estrogen positive, Her2 positive. I am scheduled for a…
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23 Years of Stage 4!
Today is the first day of my 23rd year after being diagnosed with Stage 4 MBC de novo. The past few years have been very challenging since my body has been protesting against so much chemo, but I am doing my best to hang in here. Sending love to all of you! Denise
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Stage IV NED crew : lets support each other
Well, I'm now a stage four NED girl, and would like to connect with other stage four people who are also in remission. Could this be a thread for supporting us all through the complex world of stage four remission, check ups and routine scans, anxiety, side effects, ongoing treatment, expectations from family and…
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My 20th Cancer Anniversary
Dear Friends who are also my Family Today marks the 20th anniversary of my cancer diagnosis, a milestone that fills me with profound gratitude. Reflecting on this journey, I am deeply moved by the unwavering support, love, and kindness you all have shown me over the years. Through every challenge, you have been my…
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Drink
It was my birthday and I did have a glass of wine with dinner . I still probably drink 3 or 4 glasses a week with my husband. I don’t think I want to give that up.
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STEAM ROOM FOR ANGER
This thread is meant to be for RANTS and RANTING. Then Rant again. We need a place to simply get rid of the anger. Write it here. Unleash it all. Get it out. This isn't meant for the Stupid comments(great thread). This is for the gut wrenching, tell them off anger. IMPORTANT: When done ranting don't necessarily stick…
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A place to talk death and dying issues
This post is for those of us with concerns and issues about death and dying to talk about them. IF YOU CANNOT HANDLE IT, THAN GO TO A DIFFERENT POST PLEASE. We do not need people telling us to live life or to hear that other people have lived a long time, we have concerns. We are living life and would like for our…
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Break from Letrozole for 2 1/2 months
I will be going back on letrazole after a break after 2 1/2 months due to sudden onset of constant palpitations and one short episode of a/fib. I had to get a cardiac work up and getting that done has taken time. Getting in to see a cardiologist, wearing a zio patch for two weeks, waiting for the results and then scheduled…
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Calling all TNs
I think that we tn's need to have a sign up list like some of the other threads have...maybe put your age, and also what treatment you have had or are now having. What to do you think? I can start: age 50, diagnosed at age 49 1/2, lumpectomy, 4 AC Dose dense (every two weeks) and 4 Taxol, Dose Dense every 2 weeks. 35 rads…
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Great thread
I was diagnosed in September. Started exercising in November by joining a gym . I have been doing treadmill, resistance training and balance exercises. Today I am going to the pool for a fitness class and then meet with trainer for half an hour. I think I feel better mood wise. I too need to lose weight. I need to cut back…
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ADH Club
Can we start a thread on ADH (known as atypical ductal hyperplasia)? There may be one already existing, but without a lot of hunting around, it's not easy to locate and may not be recent. I'm 51 and have (had) no risk for BC other than being a female - non smoker, no immediate BC in my family, I'm fit, I exercise, eat…
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Share personal goals for the next year and your proudest moments of this year!
The end-of-year often leads to reflections about the past year and the next to come. Share your personal goals/ aspirations for the next year and also what you were most proud of this year.
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Starting Chemo
Hi everyone I will be starting chemo next week and I’m afraid I can’t get through this whole process, I’m afraid I will panic and just refuse to do it, I’m afraid of what chemo will do to me and how it will make me feel, how do I overcome this fear? Thank you for any help
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Sex is difficult
I am finished with right mastectomy and reconstruction and left breast reduction and I'm on Anastrazole for 3 more years. My biggest issue is with sex. We always had a great relationship with sex. It was wonderful. Now I find, I cannot climax. I actually don't really have any pleasurable feelings when he touches me. I use…
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Fearful of IV Bisphosphonates and ONJ - Q About Dental Implants
Hi all, I have taken a combo of Tamoxifen and Letrozole for 5 years. I started with Tamoxifen and switched over to Letrozole after a secondary endometrial cancer put me into surgical menopause. I am now having lots of dental problems which everyone attributes to chemo. Am now on my way to losing my 4th tooth and the oral…
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When you're all done.........but still undone by cancer
I'm just wondering if anyone else feels like me. I was diagnosed in 2018, had the DMX, followed by chemo, and then monoclonal antibodies, finishing up in September, 2019. I'm still on letrozole and trying to get my feet on the ground after pretty much shutting my career down while I was in treatment. During 2019 I was…
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Poll: How are you feeling as we near the New Year?
How are you feeling as we approach the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025? Take our poll on what you most feel this year, and share more below in the conversation.
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Cold capping
Hi everyone I am about to start treatment and want to do the cold capping but I’m terrified at how painful it could be? Any insight on how to mentally prepare for it or how it feels Thank you xx
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A question about follow-up MRI for clip placement
Has anyone had a breast MRI for clip placement? Do they do the full MRI with IV contrast or is it abbreviated—e.g. no contrast—and only check to see if the clip is in the correct place? My doctor has already sent in the requisition for a post biopsy MRI to confirm clip placement, but I have a new palpable lump that isn't…
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Post mastectomy finger tingling and numbness
Has anyone experienced hand/finger numbness and tingling after mastectomy and sentinel node biopsy? I had mastectomy about six weeks ago. No chemo or radiation. My pinky and ring fingers experience numbness from time to time. I understand numbness in the armpit or chest area is normal. What about numbness in the hands and…