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Breast implants since 2002 Breast cancer the first time in 2018. 1a, lumpectomy and Savi radiation, then on Anastrozole for two years. Now (9/3/26) diagnosed with Stage 2 IDC, having first consultation with surgeon next week. Has anyone had implants removed and had either lumpectomy or mastectomy ? Also did you have…

Hi, I am so happy to find this group. There don't seem to be many places for us to connect about tubular cancer! Like many of you, I am trying to figure out if tamoxifen is worth the risk. I am 55, peri-menopausal and had a single mastectomy (with DIEP) 2 months ago. My diagnosis was large volume DCIS (hence the mastectomy…

Hi all- During the summer of 2011 I began to experience flaking on my right nipple. I showed it to my gyn at my yearly check-up, and she recommended using some hydrocortisone cream on it, and getting a mammogram. The flaking continued off and on, and I finally got a mammogram about six months later. The mammogram showed…

After two primary breast cancers, two major complications and waaaaay too long with a once-infected tissue expander still in, I’M HAVING IT ALL CLEANED UP! Couldn’t do it with a DEIP like I had hoped, so both the expander (left) and the silicone implant (right) will be removed, the capsular contracture tissue will be taken…

I am very new to these boards so I am not too familiar with all the terms and abbreviations but I do find the posts very helpful. I've been lurking around but have never posted anything until now. I had a mastectomy on my left breast on March 5th and reconstructive surgery at the same time. Surgery wasnt too bad and…

Starting this for a friend. Edited to explain that the friend was imbell who was feeling overwhelmed by wbr. She helped us all by starting this. Shes in peace now. See you in the clouds, imbell.

Hi ladies! ❤️ I'd love to hear from my fellow breast cancer survivors. I was diagnosed in December 2019 with Stage 1 ER+,Her2+ breast cancer. I had a bilateral mastectomy, chemo, Herceptin, and Tamoxifen for 6 years. During my own treatment, I became very aware of how difficult it can be to track, understand, communicate,…

https://www.breastcancer.org/treatment/hormonal-therapy/camizestrant We hope this provides some hope! —The Mods

Monday was my first treatment, felt good for a few days then on Thursday it me. Nausea, flu like symptons and then diarrhea. Starting to feel better toda6, but have little or no energy. I go Monday for f/u with my Oncologist hopefully she has some tips to relieve side effects. I find it hard to stay hydrated though. Any…

Hi everyone, My first post on here ;-) I had single mastectomy in 2023 DCIS stage 0 and reconstruction in 2024. I thought I was doing ok but lately I’m becoming super anxious about what I can and can’t take. Everything I research contradicts from site to site (Google!) . Prior to diagnosis I’d been on HRT and taking marine…

I've been receiving marvelous book suggestions on another thread and it was recommended that I start a Book Lovers thread. This is not for BC or health books -- this is pure escapism!!! I've collated the suggestions (with snippets describing the plots) I've received thus far. Please post your recommendations too!!

Hi there, I'm curious if anyone here is enrolling or planning to enroll in either of these clinical trials. https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT02732171 https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT04523857 I sent them some questions just to be sure I know what I might be committing to. Looking to connect with others may be…

Do you ever feel as though you need to diminish your own needs for support or care in order to put on a brave face for people in your life? Has it been difficult to allow yourself to be vulnerable with friends and family, out of fear or concern that you might be a "burden" or that the reality of what you are facing would…

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.

Breast cancer changes a lot, including our relationships. Some grow stronger. Others need to adjust as life changes. And sometimes new connections appear with people who simply understand. This month, we're looking at how relationships evolve and the different ways we find support along the way. Read our latest blog post:…

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…

I didn't see a thread starting for *my* month, so I figured I'd start one... Anyone else getting ready to start their chemo in February? I start my first tx on Feb 16th. I'm doing 4 cycles of docetaxel and cyclophosphamide (also called TC, I think?). I've been doing tons of reading about whether I need to ice my fingers…

Hello. I was diagnosed with stage 0 breast cancer in situ and my surgery is next week. The breast cancer itself is not my worry. I have this fear of being put out for the surgery. I have a fear that I won’t wake up. Anyone else feel this? How did you ease your mind. I think everything has just hit me the last two days in…

Hi, I am 64 was diagnosed in April 2026 with Stage 1 Invasive Lobular, ER+, PR-, HER2-, clear lymph node, Oncotype score of 22. I chose a bilateral mastectomy and it was not as bad as I thought it might be. I do not need radiation nor chemo, my oncologist is recommending I take Anastrozole for 5 years. However, I have…

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…

I did get an appointment cancellation and had stereotactic biopsy yesterday on September 2nd. Today I received the news that I have DCIS grade 2 triple positive. I am getting a referral to a great oncology surgeon and thinking about having a mastectomy. Any thoughts on that route?

please let me know your experience with this

mastectomy with direct implant. Steri strips off yesterday. A wide dark superficial scab. Team not worried. Mentioned superficial necrosis. I have severe health anxiety. So of course I’m spinning. Will this open up and dehis or is this deeper necrosis? They have me doing Vaseline on 4x4. Anyone else had this and it healed…

Really embarrassing topic, but after chemotherapy I have tend to sweat out the drugs... which results in a rancid odor. My husband swears he can't smell anything, but every time my 22 year old comes over the first thing out of her mouth is, "What is that smell?" I wash my sheets every two days... help

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Hello everyone My mom was dx in November 2010. She is in her Chemo courses and only 2 sessions left. She is so well now and is very hopefull.My little niece makes her so happy and she is planning for the ceremony of her first birthday. Since she was dx I've explored in this site in different cathegories but sisters with…

After 17yrs….. 2009 double mastectomy, silicone implants under chest muscle and alloderm, I finally visited a plastic surgeon who said I have implant capsular contracture on both sides and alot of scarring on one side.. I had normal MRI results in 2012 and 2023 to check for implant leaking. I am surprised how extensive…

Having had a new biopsy yesterday, the day before my birthday, for an anticipated stage 2 recurrence, I am now looking and learning about recurrence vs new, mastectomy with nipples but without implants, and new long-term side effects on top of CIPN. Yes. Would love to share with other Senior women. Thank you ❤️

Community Compass: A New Blog Series Twenty-five years of listening. A global community built on honesty, courage, and care. Now, the wisdom gathered from thousands of lived experiences — offered back to you. For the past 25 years, I've spent my days listening to people living with breast cancer. I've listened as they…

Six months after I stopped ERT I fell into Major Depression. This debilitating depression has not lifted in over 4 years. I stopped taking a low dose of Tamoxifen two years ago. I see a psychiatrist, therapist, take antidepressants and have been taking Spravato. I believe this depression is due to stopping ERT especially…