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IDC Stage 1/Grade 2- ER+ PR- Her1 - (Next Steps for me + medication update)
I had my first meeting with surgical oncologist and plastics yesterday. First time meeting plastics dr and loved him. I am having a dmx. I have my sentinal node (sp?) biopsy scheduled for next Friday. I am STILL waiting on my oncotype score to come back. They had to resubmit another sample from my biopsy bc the first one…
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calling all t1A (> 1 mm but < 6 mm) sisters who are HER2+
I decided to start this thread to help others who may end up in this "grey" area and are struggling to make a decision about chemo/Herceptin or not. Current national guidelines do not recommend treatment for our stage. Treatment is only considered for 6 mm and up HER2+ sisters. HOWEVER, some docs do still treat t1A…
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Husband's anticipatory grief
Big sigh. My dear husband is not coping well with my worsening disease. I've had progression of my lobular MBC, previously in bones and now to peritoneum, omentum, GI tract. I am finally going to have a laparoscopy/biopsy next week and then begin weekly Taxol. My mood is better now that these things are finally scheduled!…
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Did you have SNLB done during Double Mastectomy?
Hi! I had a double mastectomy done 11/17. Surgeon did not get lymph node biopsy? I was wondering if there is someone here who have same experience? TIA
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Any long term survivor stories with ILC
Hi, Was hoping for some long term survivor stories. Found so much conflicting information on ILC. Not sure where the truth lies. I know each person is unique but overall hard to find good information on it.
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How could I ever have foreseen...that I'd be here at year eighteen?!
Checking in on my survivor sisters with my traditional cancerversary post. I remember how much it used to help me when I saw posts from Stage III-ers who were WAY out from diagnosis (and there weren't as many back then), Here's wishing you HOPE, which is one of the most important things we have in our toolbox! Hugs to all…
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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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Antidepressants
Are there any Stage 3ers on an antidepressant and if so which one.
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ILC stage 3 and 10 year survival
I am wondering anyone with ILC stage 3 diagnosis and made it to 10 year without any recurrence.
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To do Radiation or Not?
I am 48 years old, Stage 2 got diagnosed with ER/PR + HR2-. I grew up in a Alternative medicine household and barely ever went to the doctor so now that I am faced with breast cancer, I am trying to do a mix of conventional and natural stuff since I don’t totally trust conventional medicine. I was born and raised a…
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December 2024 Surgery Support Thread
Please gather here to get and give support. Feel free to share your type of surgery, date, and let us know how you're preparing and how you're doing post-surgery. We're all here for you!
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Solo Herceptin after Taxol w/ Herceptin - Changes in SE?
Completed my 12 rounds of Herceptin every week with Taxol (Hooray)! I will be starting the every 3 week Herceptin only this next week. Did anyone experience changes in their side effects? I had minimal SE while on the Taxol/Herceptin - no nausea, but did have insomnia, headaches and was very tired in the last few weeks. Is…
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High number of positive lymph nodes
Can lymph node survivors please chime in here. I had 11 positive nodes,some broken open with cancer and grade 3. After 3.5 years this still really worries me every day. Would love to hear stories of long term survival.
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New Want To Play A Word Game
It looks like posts started by Naughtybynature are being edited by an anomynous unregistered person and the web masters are deleting them. So, let's start a new one. You make 5 letter words from the previous 5 letter word by changing just one letter. The most recent word was: Steak I am responding with: Peaks Lets play!
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Cancer (and other medical conditions) research halted
I signed on today to see if this had already been posted by the BCO Mods. Nope, not a word about all cancer research meetings being halted. Here's a link to the article. https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-025-00231-y
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Risk of discontinuing tamoxifen
I have read several reports from others that noted that their medical oncologist gave them a percentage benefit from tamoxifen (or AI’s). When I asked my MO she would not provide me with this type of information. Can anyone tell me where this type of information would come from? I want to be prepared for my next…
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Brain mets in stage 4 more common than thought
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/01/250128162827.htm
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Considering TH regimen for HER2+ microinvasive (very early stage) BC
Anyone have feedback who has done Taxol plus Herceptin? I just met with a medical oncologist to discuss possible chemo as I was thought to have DCIS but in fact, at mastectomy, was found to have about 8 foci of microinvasion (defined as < 1mm each). I was wondering what your experience has been with the TH regimen. The…
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In Search of Holistic Treatment After Lumpectomy
Hello =) I am looking for like-minded people who would prefer to use holistic means rather than the traditional standard of care after surgery. What do you do? Intermittent fasting? Organic plant-based diet? No sugar/dairy? Quality supplements? Do you see a Functional Doctor for guidance? Do you get regular bloodwork work…
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Looking for answers!
Hi All. I am 41years old. When I was in my 20's I was diagnosed with PCOS. In 2023 I experienced a slight tingle in my right breast I knew was hormonal, but to appease my nagging husband, I went and was seen by my GP. She agreed that it was most likely a blocked milk duct as there were no other abnormal signs. I check…
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Need help thinking through AI with ovarian suppression
My MO would like me to start an AI and ovarian suppression/removal. I am 42. Onc score was 31 for IDC with lobular component. No nodes. I understand that I do have a risk of recurrence but I also value an active lifestyle. I had no question mentally regarding the mastectomy and chemo. I do not feel peaceful about the…
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Obesity going into DIEP/Reconstruction
I am currently undergoing chemotherapy. I will have a bilateral mastectomy then reconstruction with DIEP. I am not sure I understand the timeline, it seems there is alot of dancing around regarding my weight. I am currently 41 BMI. Due to loss of insurance and gaining new I have not been able to talk to either surgeon. I…
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FDA Approves Dato-DXd for advanced-stage HR+, HER2- breast cancer
https://www.breastcancer.org/treatment/targeted-therapy/dato-dxd
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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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Newly Diagnosed with Invasive Ductal - How do you tell your kids?
Good afternoon. I just got the call that the biopsy confirmed Invasive Ductal Carcinoma. They said that I have to wait for my appointment with the surgeon for me to find out any other details. I have three adult children, the youngest being a senior in college 2500 miles away. I did not let them know that it was a…
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Questions regarding Metastatic BC
Previously had stage 2 Invasive Ductal Carcinoma=lumpectomy, 7 weeks radiation, then tamoxifen (stopped taking after 1.5 yrs).BRACA testing at this time was negative. OncoDX number was 11. Fast forward 7 years, It is now Metastatic. I am ER +, PR+, HERS2-. PET Scan a couple days ago, received results ..alot of "no's/none"…
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Zometa and knee replacement surgery?
I am scheduled for my first Zometa infusion next week and I have a partial knee replacement ia month later (and my pre-op med review is two weeks before the surgery). Does anyone know anything about having bone surgery within a month of Zometa? Want to get this surgery behind me so I can get back outside!
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The Hermit Club
Hey all.....just got done reading a great thread under this topic about feeling like a hermit through this process, was wondering who else out there feels like cocooning themselves right now? I'm mid treatment with my chemo, and have basically isolated myself somewhat because I feel that all my energy is expended just…
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Radiation as Palliative Care
Hello everyone. I hope it's ok that I'm starting this thread because I did a search and couldn't find anything specific to this topic. I'm looking for feedback from anyone who has received Radiation treatment for palliative purposes only. What was your experience with it? Did it actually help ease the pain or did it…
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Osteoporosis and Tamoxifen
I am wondering if there is anyone out there who has been taking Tamoxifen and has been diagnosed with Osteoporosis. I am 48 and just had a DEXA scan, and it confirms Osteoporosis. :( My oncologist said that typically it shouldn't cause issues in pre-menopausal women, but there are some paradoxical instances where it does!…