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The Next Person Game
In this game you make a statement about the next person. The next person answers true or false to that statement. They then make a statement for the next person, and so on. Example: If the person before me stated - The next person owns a dog. I would answer - True - and add my statement - The next person has curly hair.…
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When to stop taking Ibrance? Been Taking for Almost 4 years
Hello everyone, Trying to see if there are fellow people in the same boat as my mother. She was diagnosed with Stage IV breast cancer March 2017 (almost 4 years ago) when they found a tumor in her bones (metastasis). Since 2017, she's been taking Ibrance. In the first year, her tumor markers 15-3 and 27-29 fluctuated a lot…
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Symptoms before being diagnosed
I wanted to see what symptoms did you all get from breast cancer before you were diagnosed as there are hardly any when you look them up but have noticed I got different ones in the time period I started noticing the lumps. I had and still have tiredness, indigestion, loss of appetite and loss of weight.
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Kadcyla for residual disease after neo adjuvant chemo
Hi All, Starting a new Kadcyla thread as there wasn't one before. I will be starting Kadcyla soon as there was residual disease from surgery pathology report. Kadcyla for 14 cycles is what is recommended. Any of you who have already been on Kadcyla please share how it is going for you.
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Capivasertib and fulvestrant injection
Hi All, just about to start this treatment and was wondering if there is anyone already on this combo and could share their experience with me. Thanks in advance 😊
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Wild yam cream ...
Hi everyone, I know this is controversial but I was just wondering has anyone tried using wild yam cream after finishing treatment? I am perimenopausal and have lots of symptoms. I declined tamoxifen as my personal benefit was small and overall outcome would be the same regardless of it i took it or not. So I'm not on any…
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Diagnosed with LCIS and ALH on the right breast and ADH on the left
Diagnosed with LCIS and ALH on the right breast (affected area: 10cm8cm5cm) and ADH on the left breast. Lots of lumps on both breast. One surgeon suggest excisional biopsy for both affected area. It will include removal of part of affected area of right breast. Second surgeon said I can consider bilateral mastectomy with…
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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…
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BMI during fat graft
sorry I am not familiar with all the technical terms yet but being offered a flap surgery with fat grafting following a mastectomy. The surgeon today was trying to tell me that I was not an ideal candidate because of my BMI 35. I told him that just means I have more fat to give. But he said that it’s a higher risk surgery…
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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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Tips for Bilateral Mastectomy with Immediate Tissue Expander AND Implant Exchange
My Breast Cancer Journey from the perspective of a physician/patient/wife/mom of 3 boys and 1 pup: Dec 2022- First screening mammogram (Age 45, no risk factors) found over a 5 cm area of microcalcifications of left breast near nipple, which then led to 4 additional mammograms and ultrasound biopsy. Biopsy showed DCIS, high…
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Keto
Hello Do you eat red meat and cheese? Thanks
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Supplements with treatment
is this a topic we can talk about here or is it taboo? I’ve read a lot of things and I want to support medical treatment or enhance - not replace or interfere….
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CBD and Estrogen
Does anyone have knowledge of the relationship of CBD with Estrogen? I recently heard an expert in a lecture say that canabinoids provide estrogen. That contradicts other information available. Does anyone have anything current?
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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…
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Weight loss after chemo/radiation; on Lupron and Letrozole
Prior to diagnosis, my weight was ~160 pounds. During chemo/radiation, my weight went up to 173 pounds. I finished radiation end of January, and started Lupron in January and letrozole in April (I had chemo brain and completely forgot I had to take letrozole). I only recently noticed rapid weight loss In what seems like 2…
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Failed reconstruction
Hi all, I was diagnosed with DCIS in 2010 and had a partial mastectomy and radiation on my left breast. In 2014 I was again diagnosed with High grade DCIS in left breast. I had a double mastectomy including nipples and a Tramflap operation using the skin, fat and muscle from my stomach to create breasts. I absolutely hated…
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Gardening, anyone?
I'm still under a ton of snow, and it's only 9 degrees today, but I just signed up for our county's Master Gardening program. Now I can't wait to dig in the dirt. I have little knowledge and hope these classes help. I love flowers and plants but do not have a clue what to do with them. I'd love to hear from others who…
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Considering no more Anastrozole
I am 56 years old. Healthy. Work out 3-5 days a week (walking, weight bearing exercise etc. ) I was diagnosed with invasive ductal, hormone positive HER2- , T1 in December 2025. Lumpectomy removed 9 mm tumor with clear margins. Radiation completed successfully. MO advised that after surgery and radiation I have prevented…
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Palbociclib and Letrozole
Hello. My wife of 77 years has been taking these two drugs for 5.5 years. They have stopped the Cancer returning. Over the last 6/9 months she has developed ‘brain fog’ type symptoms and short term memory loss. Neither are age related. I have discovered that long term use of Letrozole can impair cognitive function and I…
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💛 May 2026 Chemo Check-In — Pull Up a Chair, You’re Not Doing This Alone 💛
Starting chemo this May? We’re really glad you found your way here. This isn’t just a post to read—it’s a space to land, to talk, and to be understood by people who truly get it. 💛 Chemo brings a lot with it—the build-up, the questions, the unknowns, the strength it takes to keep showing up. However you’re walking into…
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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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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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Tratzumab Herceptin Thigh Injections
is anybody having tratzumab or herceptin thigh injections? Did anybody have botox whilst on these injections? Any side effects? Im getting issues with stiff knees/hips and bloating/water retention. Would a glass of wine or drinking black tea be ok on these drugs?
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Caregiver to my Daughter
I am new here. I literally found out yesterday my Daughter has Breast Cancer and she's 7 1/2 months pregnant I just need someone to guide me and talk with me, I do not know the journey she will be on and how to help her.
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What part of survivorship surprised you most?
Please share your experiences with survivorship. What has been the most surprising/difficult/inspiring aspect of your life since finishing your breast cancer treatment? What do you wish you had known or been prepared for before transitioning into this next phase of your life after cancer?
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How are people with liver mets doing?
I continue to be very scared once I found my liver mets progressed after having to go off doxil. I am hoping to find some support in alleviating my deep seated fears by hearing other stories of people living and dealing with liver mets. My onc says I have such a petite frame (105) that an enlarged liver will definitely…
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💛March 2026 Chemo Check-In: You don't have to do this alone!💛
If chemo starts for you this March, let this be your sign to step in and say hello. 💛 You do not have to face this chapter quietly—or alone. This space is here to hold the real stuff. The anticipation. The fear. The courage. The logistics. The “how is this going to work?” thoughts at midnight. However you’re…
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vaginal estrogen cream
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What Has Helped You Feel More Like Yourself Again?
It can be tricky to navigate the transition back to "normal" after a breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. Please share your experiences with finding/reconnecting with the person you were before breast cancer, and share what has helped you feel most like yourself again.