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Swelling post lumpectomy surgery
Has anyone had swelling in the area of their lumpectomy? It’s not where the SLNB was (it’s not under my arm) but above where the lumpectomy scar is. It’s like I can hear water in there. I know some swelling is to be expected but should the area be elevated and filled with liquid? Also, any suggestions on what I can do to…
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Help understanding biopsy results
I have no history of breast cancer but went to the doctor for a rash on my breast. I received antibiotics for 10 days but that made no difference. I then received anti fungal with a steroid and that's still not making a difference. Since I just turned 40 the doctor had me have a mammogram as well. That came back abnormal…
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Research News: Cannabis Helps Relieve Cancer Pain, Improve Sleep, May Ease Chemo Brain
Cannabis Helps Relieve Cancer Pain, Improve Sleep, May Ease Chemo Brain May 9, 2023 Cannabis seems to ease a number of cancer-related side effects, including pain, insomnia, and chemo brain. Read more…
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Male breast cancer
Hi I am a 64 year old living in Scotland I was first diagnosed with Breast cancer in Febuary 2010 and had a mastectomy followed by Radiation treatment. In 2015 I was diagnosed witth a small cell lung cancer on the same ,right,side Just 5 weeks ago after a routine mammogram they found a new primary Breast Cancer on my left…
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Research News: New ACR Guidelines Say All Women Should Have Breast Cancer Risk Assessment by Age 25
New ACR Guidelines Say All Women Should Have Breast Cancer Risk Assessment by Age 25 May 9, 2023 New ACR guidelines say all women — particularly women considered high risk — need a breast cancer risk assessment by age 25. Read more…
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Research News: Combo of Aerobic and Resistance Exercise Seem Best for Cancer-Related Fatigue
Combo of Aerobic and Resistance Exercise Seem Best for Cancer-Related Fatigue May 6, 2023 Which exercise is best for cancer-related fatigue? A combination of aerobic and resistance exercise seems to help the most. Read more…
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Research News: Incorrect AI Advice May Affect Accuracy of Mammogram Readings
Incorrect AI Advice May Affect Accuracy of Mammogram Readings May 6, 2023 If an AI support system offers incorrect advice, it may affect how accurately radiologists read mammograms, no matter how experienced they are. Read more…
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Is anyone taking TUKYSA ?
I have been taking this drug for about 4 months now. I was started at 600 mg but had to drop to 300 mg daily due to serious diarrhea.It is supposed to be able to cross the blood/brain barrier and stop MBC from getting into your brain. I had 4 brain Mets removed in 9/2020 with radiation. Does anyone else take this and what…
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Breast Implants & ITCHING
UPDATE: After speaking with Nancy's, turns out they add blue agave in the yogurt which was not on the list of ingredients. After a quick search, it appears many people are allergic to it and have the same hives and itching I experienced. Bottom line, it again felt just like what I felt with my textured implants. SO weird!!…
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VIRTUAL MEETUPS for people in treatment for breast cancer!
VIRTUAL MEETUPS for people in treatment for breast cancer! Register here and you'll receive a zoom confirmation with all the information! Tuesdays at 1:00 PM EST and Thursdays at 6:00 PM EST
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Nipple changes during radiation
I’d like to know if anyone has had a similar experience to what I’m experiencing right now. I am 2 1/2 weeks into radiation therapy, and my nipple is very VERY sensitive which I’m told is normal. It has also turned very dark. I have been putting biafine on the entire area after radiation, the past few days I’ve been using…
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Looking for advice on Throat issues during radiation
I had surgery for Stage III invasive lobular cancer of the left breast. There was also a Stage 1 small cancer in the right breast which was only detectable by mri. Mastectomy and reconstruction of the left breast via LD flap and lumpectomy of the right breast was performed. Oncotype very low so only radiation was…
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Bruising & hard lump 4 months after lumpectomy
I had a lumpectomy on Jan 26 on my left breast for a small 1.1cm tumor (IDC). Margins were clear, 0/2 SLN. I had IORT and just completed 4 rounds of TC. Unfortunately, my left breast is *still* bruised and the area where the lumpectomy was is hard in that upper inner quandrant. I had a hematoma develop about 4 weeks after…
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Surgery done…
This is my first post in this group as I know I have IDC. I had my lumpectomy and SLNB yesterday. I was at hospital early as they put a wire in, they injected the lymph nodes with nuclear something, had a gamma scan, had an MRI and ultrasound. I was supposed to have the IDC and another suspicious area removed (that was…
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Tomorrows the Day
Tomorrow I find out how bad this is. I already know it's bad by the level of pain I'm having and how quickly it's moving. I know for sure there's a LOT of bone mets. It started in one rib, now the other side, my hip joint, multiple other areas. I am SO angry. I'm waiting for the damn to burst, because mostly I've been numb…
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advice and help
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Can I reverse my post-Arimidex osteopenia and slight osteoporosis?
My last DEXA scan was a long time ago after I finished my treatment with Arimidex. It showed osteopenia on my left hip and the start of osteoporosis on the right hip. The DEXA prior to Arimidex showed normal bone density. It’s been 10 years since my last DEXA scan, as whenever asked I put it off. Now I’m eating an…
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Best and Worst Books on Breast Cancer
I looked to see if there is a book review thread already and there hasn't been for several years. This is the latest one I could find easily, and it doesn't really have reviews, just some recommendations. https://community.breastcancer.org/forum/26/topics... I'm interested in hearing about books you love and books you…
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Dogs, dogs, dogs!
When I saw the post cats, cats, cats, I simply had to create this one. I've had two dogs. My first was a miniature pinscher named Bucky. He'd been thrown out of a car (!) and ended up on a corner where I got off the bus. He was one year old, and eventually became my psychiatric service dog. The difference between that and…
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New treatment
My questions are based on the information below: 2007 IDC 1.6cm, er/pr-, Her2 very positive. Lumpectomy followed by AC/THP and radiation. 2021 reoccurrence, diagnosis identical to 1st time (except this time 1cm), same breast, almost same location. Dmx, THP. Questions:1) Are there any other treatments I should have had, or…
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Port insertion and removal
I had breast cancer and when they put my port in I had taken 2 pills for anxiety because I have a diagnosis of severe anxiety and they wouldn’t agree to put me to sleep I didn’t tell them and when they gave me the medicine to make me groggy I was lucky enough to pass out. Now I have to get my port removed and again they…
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BCO members for 10 or more years - read their inspiring stories
The Breastcancer.org Discussion Board Community has been actively growing for over 12 years, and there are a number of members who have been involved since the beginning. Not only have they provided support and comfort to others for all these years, but they have shared the ups and downs of their journeys and inspired and…
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Watch: Mental Health and Breast Cancer Webinar
This webinar brings the hidden traumas of breast cancer into the open for an honest conversation about mental health and cancer. Experts share tips on getting support for anyone who has struggled with anxiety, fear, depression, anger, or felt overwhelmed by the emotional impact of a diagnosis. Learn about a variety of…
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Did you consider bilateral mastectomy for DCIS?
I am really struggling to make a decision about the best path forward, so I've come to learn from all of you. I am still waiting on genetic testing results to come through, but have no reason to believe that there will be anything of significance. If there is, I will pivot accordingly. I had a 1.2cm, grade 3 DCIS with…
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Another tiny calcification dcis in same spot 3 years out!
Hi, my yearly mammo just showed a tiny 2mm area of linear dcis behind my lumpectomy scar. I was finally stable and just started having a yearly mammo, and they found this....! So, just had a stereostatic biopsy and am waiting for results, but it's in the ducts and doctor feels it's dcis again. So, I wanted to know if…
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DCIS: choosing surgery only, followed by monitoring
Hi all, Would love to start a thread for those with DCIS who chose surgery only, no RT or HR meds. I've done a lot of research and am comfortable with my decision based on my pathology and low Oncotype score. I will have monitoring twice a year, once w GYN & mammogram and once w BS & ultrasound, so should anything change…
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Is a darkening areola after lumpectomy normal?
Hello, coming to you all once again as you've given stellar comforting advice in the past. I'm two and a half weeks out from my lumpectomy, outer right upper quandrent close to the armpit. My doctor called it a deep lumpectomy and I'm thinking she went deep to assure clear margins. However my areola is dark and turning…
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Anyone enrolling in DESTINY Breast05 (HER2+, no PCR)?
I will have surgery at the end of January, beginning of February. The primary lesion still feels hard to touch so I am expecting some cells lingering between scar tissue there, preparing for no PCR and if PCR comes, it will be a nice surprise for me (I'd be so grateful). I was checking my options for no PCR and it seems…
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Has anyone just done Endocrine Therapy(No Radiation)?
Brand new to this. I’m 65 years old and was Dx with IDC in April 2023. It was found on a my yearly Mammo/Ultrasound. Had a lumpectomy on May 5th. Stage 1, Negative Lymph Nodes, Estrogen and Progesterone strongly positive, HER2 negative, Proliferation 5%. I met with the Medical Oncologist a few days ago and am meeting the…
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5 years post ILC diagnosis. Questions for doctor visit
Hi, it’s been five years since being diagnosed with ILC. On a astrodome 5-10 years. What testing should be considered to decide if I should stay on it? My oncotyoe score was originally borderline high but didn’t get chemo. My body, especially hips hurt all the time. Would love to come off it but nervous to do so. I feel…