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Second primary breast cancer. Other breast...
Hi! I am quite a ways down the line from my Oct, 16, 2025 dx. of Second breast cancer in the other breast. But definitely wanted to make sure to get a discussion going ..As I saw few posts on Second primary breast cancer when I was diagnosed. Background: 1st Diagnosed at 49 years of age April 2014- Left Breast. stage 1…
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Period while on zoladex
My question is why i am on my period, if i had my injection on March 5? I was diagnosed on February 2023 and soon after i started zoladex. Since than it happened 2 times to have my period, only once it was my fault i forgot about one injection. Now it happened again but i had my injection. Next month its 6 months since i…
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Afinitor/Aromasin
I am waiting for my pills to arrive and fearful of starting a chemo after almost seven years of anti-hormones. I immediately started looking for info on this site, and the Afinitor topic was started in Jan. 8, 2012 with 35 pages of comments to go through. Do you think it is possible to start a new topic now that this med…
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Waiting for biopsy results, scary!
Found a lump just below my collarbone, referred for diag. mammogram and ultrasound. The mammogram didn't show anything as the lump is so high but the ultrasound was Birad 5 with irregular hypoechoic mass with irregular margins, echogenic rind, internal vavascularity and posterior shadowing, possible involvement of…
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Found a lump in Arm Pit - Oppostte Breast Cancer Side.
Hello, I have a history of breast cancer, and I found a new lump in my armpit on the opposite side from where I previously had breast cancer. I'm a bit freaked out! I don't have any lump in that breast or any signs of a recurrence. I've had a mamogram in November 10th with an all clear. I also had a bone scan in September.…
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Stopping Lupron
I have been taking Lupron and AI for nearly 5 years. I started at 49 and next month will be 55. My side effects have been really bad and I honestly can’t take it anymore. I have noticed that my symptoms depend on days of month in my Lupron cycle. I have a few good days before the shot and a few good days after, but then…
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Young her2+ BC Patients and Survivors. Hopeful stories
Hello, Ladies! I was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer (triple positive) at age 28. I’m looking for other young patients who’ve had breast cancer long time ago. Please share your stories about fighting HER2+ or +++. Stage? ERPR? Ki67? Treatment? If you are or your friends under age 40 when diagnosed, would you mind…
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Her2+ ER PR - KI-67 70-80% lymph node involved
This has been a road my nightmares were made up of. I’m 42 and I never imagined this for myself. Needless to say I’m sure none of us imagined this. I’m terrified to say the least and all roads lead to a fight we have to fight that unfortunately we have to pray for it to never come back. That’s the thing that gets me I…
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Faslodex Girls Thread
Tips for taking Faslodex without pain: ABSOLUTE MUSTS: * Warm up the syringes. At least room temperature. Armpits work well, as does belly skin. * Take the weight off the leg on the side of the shot. Relax that cheek/leg as much as possible. * Inject SLOWLY! It should take at least 30 seconds to empty each syringe. General…
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Electric pulse therapy users for MBC?
Has anyone seen this, or have any experience with this? I have MBC right now just breast and bone, (but have previously had cancer in my brain, liver, and leptomeningeal). I'm especially interested in the bone-benefit, since that is the most widespread. Not sure this youtube link will post, but the title on youtube is "New…
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🌟 March 2026 Radiation Roll Call - Support is here! 🌟
If radiation is part of your plan this March, this is your cue to step in and introduce yourself. ☀️ You’ve found your people. Whether you’re waiting on your start date, driving to daily sessions, or already ringing the bell, this thread is your check-in spot. A place for honesty. For “Is this normal?” questions. For…
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Fat necrosis, Bi-Rad 2
hi all, DMX 9 years ago for DCIS. (2017) Been followed since then for ultrasounds every 6 months as precaution. recently felt a small, firm pea sized lump in non cancerous side. Both ultrasound and mammogram came back as Fat Necrosis. Had the breast surgeon and two radiologists look at the imaging. My question.. why NINE…
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Benign adenosis with discordant results
I have a 17mm lump in my left breast. The imaging (mammogram and ultrasound) looked highly suspicious (e.g., BIRADS 3), but the two separate biopsies only showed benign adenosis, therefore, the results are discordant. I am also experiencing nipple discharge (yellow colour). At this stage, I have declined to have a…
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Delayed Reconstruction..5 wks post up. What did he do??
Hi everyone. I am five weeks postop and due to see my surgeon this Wednesday.. I’m trying to prepare myself because what I asked for and what he did seem to be two different things. I had existing implants and decided on doing a simple explant with a lift on my good side.. on my cancer side he has done a tuck and roll with…
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Letrozole
Hi, I have been taking letrozole for 1.5 years and have decided to stop. I had stage 1 invasive ductal carcinoma. Treatment involved partial mastectomy, 20 treatments of radiation and letrozole 10 mg daily for 5 years. The hot flashes, insomnia and fatigue is really affecting my quality of life. I’m curious how many of you…
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Iron Infusion—have you had one?
Hello Friends: I had a phone appt with my MO today. We talked about my blood work. My iron deficiency panel is just not changing much. My ferritin hasn’t gone above 27. It’s 16 now. She said it should be around 100.My body isn't absorbing iron so she is ordering a iron infusion. Have any of you had iron infusions? Are…
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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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Recently diagnosed. 1/27/26 IDC grade2, Stage 1A ER+
Decided on double mastectomy, having mri with contrast today, then meet again with breast & plastic surgeons on 2/19 to schedule procedure. Anxious, scared, feeling like I'm forgetting something…..just crazy
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BRCA2 gene mutation of uncertain significance.
Hello everyone, I have been diagnosed with Stage 2 BC recently. Got my genetic report yesterday. I have got a finding of BRCA2 Variant of uncertain significance c.9307A>G and MSH6 VUS c.943T>A Anyone with similar mutation? I have a family history of breast cancer in mother and sister. Genetic testing not done in them.…
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Listing our BRCA mutations - maybe we can find matches
My idea is that we can use this topic to post our genetic mutation on the off chance that we can find someone else with the same mutation. I realize that this is a long shot because there are so many variations, but what the heck? I tried searching FORCE for mine with no luck. Here's my family's: BRCA2 - 2024del5
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Share your story of Genetic Testing
Dear Members, Would you be willing to share your story about genetic testing? (no pressure, only if you are inspired!) We are interested in the following questions: What led you to doing the testing? What were your results, and what choices have you made based on the findings? Was payment an issue? How have you discussed…
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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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Long term "high oncotype test" survivors
Is there any long term survivors who have had a high oncotype score. I know that this test is relatively new but I also know that it has been on the market at least 4 years. So I know that "long term" regarding this test isn't very long term. I had it done 3 years and 4 months ago. My oncotype score was 52. My onc told me…
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Should Phytoestrogen foods be avoided in ER+?
Hello everyone, I have been recently diagnosed with Stage 2a BC Grade 3 IDC HR+ Her2 neg. Currently I am on Letrozole. Should I avoid foods with phytoestrogens like soy, berries, flaxseeds, walnuts, dates, prunes?
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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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Ribociclib benefit vs risk
Hello, anyone with T2N0-Hormone positive and Her2neu negative-Grade 3 IDC- Ki67 30 pc- LVI present, please connect. If you are someone with similar profile and post menopausal (50years+) and taking Letrozole+ Ribociclib, please let me know.
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Kisqali
hello everyone, I am new to this forum and wonder if anyone can help me. I have invasive lobular cancer which had spread to my lymph glands by the time I was diagnosed, a year on and I an I have had a mastectomy, completed radiotherapy and have started taking Letrozole.. My Oncologist yesterday has offered to start me on…
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NATALEE TRIAL
My dr. wants me to join the Natalee trial which is based on the success of the Monaleesa trial for women with Stage 4 breast cancer. the drug is Kisqali (ribociclib) tablets. It was administered in 6 mg tablets for the Monaleesa trial and will be given in 4 mg for the Natalee trial. The problem I am having with it is the…
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Anyone have experience with SERDs or off-label use of weight loss drugs instead of AIs?
I've been on letrozole almost a month and, while I can pretty much deal with the hot flashes, as a primary caregiver I'm very concerned about the joint pain preventing me from assisting my mom. I've already experienced pain in my right elbow and shoulder (the C side) when helping her get to her feet; feels like the joint's…
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Anyone on Kisqali and Exemestane? SE?
Hi, all I switched to Exemestane from Letrazole due to unbearable rash with the Kisqali/Letrozole combo. But on Exemestane the skin on my palms and feet is scaling, peeling off. Any advice? Also my hair is thining. What SE do you have and how do you deal with them? Thanks