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Long term side effects of radiation theraphy
for my sister doctor suggested her for 33 sessions of radiation theraphy after mastectomy I just want to long term side effects of radiation and how soon we can go for radiation theraphy after mastectomy kindly share your experience
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ISO a really skilled surgeon
Hello, I was diagnosed Stage 1A Triple Positive IDC in 2019. Genetics showed positive for ATM mutation. Had a bilateral mastectomy with direct to implant reconstruction, three fat grafting surgeries. All well until now. I need more fat grafting AND I think I may have BII. My right foob is really swollen and irritated after…
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THIS or THAT Game
Which do you prefer....THIS or THAT? Express your preference....and then present a new question! Salty or Sweet?
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Upcoming biopsy for "subareolar mass" 1 year after mastectomy for extensive DCIS
I am trying not to get too panicky yet, and I'm more annoyed than scared at this point. I was diagnosed with DCIS in January 2023 after many years of monitoring and multiple biopsies that showed benign papillomas. I then found out I was CHEK2 positive and stepped up the monitoring with annual MRIs. I had very "busy"…
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HRT after Breast Cancer? Maybe!
I just wanted to share this information I've found. The first is a book cowritten by an oncologist, Dr Bluming, called Estrogen Matters. The second is an article he just had published in Cancer Journal entitled 'HRT after Breast Cancer - It Is Time.' I would be happy to send a copy of the article to anyone as he was kind…
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which Chemo for 2. Primary Breastcancer Hormonal + Her-
Dear Ladies, I had Hormonal + Breatcancer in 2009 T1, N1, G3, Her- which was treated with 4 EC and 12 Pacly. And 10 years Tamoxifen as I was 35 at that time. Now I have a new one in the other Breast (T1C, N?, G3, Her -) and gettin Neoadjuvant TC 6x Chemo. I am still not in Menopause. No E this time. I am living in Germany…
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Unofficially Diagnosed?
Hi all! I am 42, and went for a diagnostic mammogram and ultrasound yesterday. I’ve been going since I was 30 since my mother had bc at the age of 40. I had noticed some tethering of the underside of my left breast and then felt around and found a new lump. I have firbrocystic breasts with multiple cysts and fibroadenomas…
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Worried
Hello All, I am a 38 year old female with two small children. I have been having breast discharge (only when squeezed) since I last breastfed 3 years ago. I thought this was normal but I mentioned it at my last check up. I had a normal mammogram and ultrasound. However, they tested the fluid and found Rare atypical…
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Young Women With No Genetic Mutations Have Low Risk of Second Primary Breast Cancer
Young Women With No Genetic Mutations Have Low Risk of Second Primary Breast Cancer Jun 17, 2024 The risk of a young woman developing a second primary breast cancer is relatively low, unless she has a mutation linked to breast cancer. Read more…
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Gene BLM pathogenic variant
Anyone with stage 1, grade 1 HR+, HER2- Invasive Ductal Carcinoma with a pathogenic BLM variant? Still waiting for final pathology after lumpectomy. With this genetic variant, a history of eczema & atopic dermatitis and numerous allergies, sensitive skin and hypermobility (connective tissue disorder), I am leaning towards…
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Interactive decision support tool!
Hi All, We're letting you know about a new interactive decision support tool for patients that could be helpful in making treatment decisions for people with a metastatic breast diagnosis. It was developed by Clinical Care Options, LLC, and it can provide you with recommendations from 5 experts regarding treatment. We hope…
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Primary lung cancer after treatment with chemo
Just read this article - https://www.epicresearch.org/articles/women-with-breast-cancer-especially-those-who-received-chemotherapy-at-increased-risk-for-subsequent-lung-cancer Apparently new information has come out showing a higher rate for primary lung cancer after breast cancer treatment with chemo. Something like a 57%…
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14 YEAR STAGE 3 ILC SURVIVOR
I’m hoping someone can provide me some guidance. I am a 14 year Stage 3A ILC survivor. I did all the right things including chemo rads double mastectomy and 13+ years of Arimidex. Believing that you get long term benefit of protection from long term use of Arimidex, I made the decision to stop taking it because I was…
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Genetic Testing Saved My Life
Genetic Testing Saved My Life May 31, 2024 Dr. Brooklyn Olumba explains how discovering she had a BRCA2 mutation led to earlier breast cancer screening and detection. At the 2024 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting, Dr. Brooklyn Olumba was part of ASCO Voices, a program that gives people in the…
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Share a photo to create a bright moment in someones day!
Hi All! #GivingTuesdayNow, a new initiative in response to COVID-19, is on May 5 and we're using it as an opportunity to talk about how Breastcancer.org community members give support to each other. The goal is to spread positivity through photos. What can you share or suggest to create a bright moment in someone's day?…
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How many reconstructive surgeries are too many?
I've had a setback with my reconstruction and I'm not sure what I want to do. I had a mastectomy on the right side in November 2022 and had a tissue expander placed, which was swapped for an implant in October 2023 after I healed from radiation. I had mild discomfort from the implant even after recovery and wasn't super…
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Taxotere Linked to Less Neuropathy in Black Women
Taxotere Linked to Less Neuropathy in Black Women Jun 17, 2024 In Black women with early-stage breast cancer, Taxotere every three weeks caused less peripheral neuropathy than Taxol every week. Read more…
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Enhertu Beats Chemotherapy for HER2-Low and -Ultralow Metastatic Breast Cancer
Enhertu Beats Chemotherapy for HER2-Low and -Ultralow Metastatic Breast Cancer Jun 17, 2024 Enhertu offers better survival than chemotherapy for pre-treated, metastatic, HER2-low or -ultralow breast cancer. Read more…
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Fertility Treatments Safe for Survivors With BRCA Mutations
Fertility Treatments Safe for Survivors With BRCA Mutations Jun 11, 2024 Assisted reproductive technology doesn't increase the risk of breast cancer coming back in young women with BRCA mutations and a history of breast cancer. Read more…
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Hi I am New here. Finished my treatment, lost a husband, would like to share!
I had a lumpectomy, chemo, and then a masectomy complete and a hysterectomy after they found the BRACA gene. I have remained flat and happy with that, my husband left me and my children (not his) after my first chemo as he couldn't and didn't want to take on the extra duties that it might entail. I live in France and had…
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Pain in one breast, no lumps, not due to my period. How worried should I be?
I’m a 45 year old woman and my mom had a rare form of cancer (phyllodes tumor), which is more of a sarcoma than breast cancer. It did unfortunately, take her life. Due to family history, I’ve been getting mammograms since 40. That said, I’ve had random pains that I would describe as shooting pains in my left breast. Very…
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I am so scared :(
Good morning everyone! I'm writing because I needed to vent to someone about this subject... I'm 38 years old. 3 months ago I discovered a large lump in my left breast. I don't know how I hadn't realized it before, but the truth is that when I found it, I decided to go to the gynecologist. She scheduled me for an…
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Second mass found...reconsidering treatment plan
Hi! I was diagnosed about 6 weeks ago with IDC (ER/PR+, HER-). I had to pause starting any treatment to travel to the UK to be with my mom, who was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer. Sadly she passed away last week. I have just got back and now picking up my treatment journey. Just before I left for the UK, an MRI showed…
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Rash
I started with a rash on right breast now it has spread and deeper in colour. I have a dr appt this afternoon . Can anyone think what it could be . Upper pic yesterday Lower pic today (EDITED BY MODS to remove photos)
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Delayed direct to Implant re-construction
Hi Everyone, My sister had double mastectomy in Jan. Her surgeon didn't recommend immediate re-construction. She is now thinking about direct to Implant re-construction. Please share your experience about direct to Implant re-construction. Thanks 😊
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What causes AI or SERM failure?
Are the causes of hormone therapy failure due to mutations in the tumor dna or bypass mechanisms? Like if you’ve been on some therapy for a while but then develop a new primary, how is this possible when those receptors are suppressed (assuming the patient is compliant with dosing). Also, has anyone had the Breast Cancer…
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Tamoxifen 5mg side effects
Hi I tried this drug by the 6th day I could not function I ended up in the doctors because of the pain in my head and my vision I can't even describe the way my brain felt the depression the muscle cramps The Hot Flashes this isn't worth it to me I will not take any of this poison they say helps because it does so much…
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Pain in lumpectomy site years later
Hi all, I was dx in May of 2010. I had a lumpectomy was stage 2, grade 3 er/pr+, 7+nodes and brca2+. I did chemo, rads and had a mastectomy a year ago with diep reconstruction. Off and on I get pain in the scar area from the lumpectomy. They took muscle from the area -- lump was on the right at 5 o'clock -- very unusual…
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Faslodex
Just wondering if anyone has experienced this. I have been on faslodex (and Ibrance) for 3 and a half years. I am so fortunate that his combo is still working and don't want to change it. I have always had a couple of side effect days after shots but bearable. Though recently my side effects seem worse. Anyone experience…
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Scared and alone. Please help.
Diagnostic mammogram and ultrasound today. The radiologist said it was for sure cancer. Large 3-5cm mass in breast with 1 enlarged lymph node. Both bi-rad5 for malignancy. I’m scared to death. Biopsy scheduled for tomorrow. I’m only 39. I have 4 young children. I just finished breastfeeding. I have no idea how I missed…