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I am between tests..
I was just diagnosed with breast cancer from a biopsy and waiting for full pathology report The ultrasound found the following 1.6cm longest side of tumor “No enlarged or suspicious appearing lymph nodes in the right axilla” if my tumor is less than 2cm and lymph nodes appear to be clear I would be Stage 1A…. I know more…
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Left breast cancer 15 years ago now cancerous axillary mass - treatment recommendations?
I was treated for left sided breast cancer 15 years ago (mastectomy and 4 courses of cytoxan and taxotere). Now have 2.3 cm axillary mass (cancer: ER+ PR+ HER2- grade 2 invasive ductal carcinoma and moderately high KI-67 score. I live in Chicago area. MD Anderson cannot see me for two months. I am waiting to hear back from…
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ER & PR +, HER 2 - just had lumpectomy and sentinol lymph node biopsy
I was diagnosed with ER & PR +, HER 2 - breast cancer (tumour less than 1cm) in March. I just had a lumpectomy and sentinol lymph node biopsy. 4 lymph nodes removed, the one closest to the tumour was attached to it. What treatment paths are others on for the same scenario?
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Wait times and alternative clinics
hi all, I was diagnosed with invasive lobular carcinoma last week. I’ve been feeling this spot for almost 2 years. I was told 18 months ago by the breast clinic in Halifax nova Scotia that it was just a part of my rib bone I was feeling. Anyway now it’s a month before I can get a consult and unknown waits beyond for…
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Bi-rads 4 Suspicious for Malignancy
Hi everyone. I recently had my yearly mammogram, was called back in for a repeat diagnostic mammogram, and am now scheduled for a stereotactic biopsy on Wednesday. I am the type where I like to plan and research, so that I am prepared for best case/worst case scenario. I know that many say "don't think too much about it…
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Tamoxifen and incontinence
Hello, I am on Tamoxifen for almost 2 years now and now starting to experience incontinence. I made an appointment with the urologist but was wondering if anybody had the same experience.
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After Flap Reconstruction, Complications More Likely in Women With Higher BMI
After Flap Reconstruction, Complications More Likely in Women With Higher BMI Apr 10, 2024 Women with a higher body mass index have a higher risk of complications after flap breast reconstruction. Read more…
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Risk of Death Lasts for 20 Years in Men With Early-Stage, Hormone Receptor-Positive Breast Cancer
Risk of Death Lasts for 20 Years in Men With Early-Stage, Hormone Receptor-Positive Breast Cancer Apr 10, 2024 Men with early-stage, hormone receptor-positive breast cancer have a fairly high risk of dying from breast cancer, even 20 years after diagnosis. Read more…
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In Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, Response to Chemotherapy Before Surgery Varies by Race and Ethnici
In Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, Response to Chemotherapy Before Surgery Varies by Race and Ethnicity Apr 8, 2024 After chemotherapy before surgery for triple-negative breast cancer, Black women are less likely and Hispanic women are more likely than white women to have a pathologic complete response. Read more…
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ASCO and SSO Update Genetic Testing Guidelines for People With Breast Cancer
ASCO and SSO Update Genetic Testing Guidelines for People With Breast Cancer Apr 8, 2024 Updated guidelines say anyone age 65 or younger diagnosed with breast cancer should have genetic testing for BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations. Read more…
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Herceptin and Perjeta after initial 6 TCHP cycle or only Herceptin?
I started TCHP for Her2+ invasive breast cancer in January. I had 6 treatments, every 3 weeks. I had the last chemo part of the treatment (T&C) this week. Whilst I am glad to be done with that part of the treatment, there is still a bit of a road ahead. I have surgery in a month's time. My MO was saying that, after…
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Dry Itchy Spot
I was diagnosed with ILC Stage 1 back in November 2012. I had radiation and was on tamoxifen for about a year and a half. I get a mammo and MRI every year. No problems since treatment. About three weeks ago I noticed itchiness on the side of my other breast. Right now it's just a small dry pink spot that is itchy.…
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Recent LCIS Dx
Hi all. Turned 40 a few months ago and went for my first screening mammo shortly after. Had a R sided diagnostic mammo and bilateral breast ultrasound and then was then referred for a right sided stereotactic biopsy which showed LCIS. No family history of breast or ovarian cancer. Still processing all the emotions and have…
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More Lung Nodules & They are Growing?!
So I have been on a watch since November 2022 due to lung nodules…really just one of several they worried about. Had a clean biopsy on the one in July 2023. However, I had to have a 6 month CT repeat. Received the report and many new nodules since June and some have grown since June. However, the radiology did not give an…
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Possible DCIS?
I am waiting a biopsy for recent mammogram for clustered calcification findings. I have researched (yes, I know we are told not to Google things, but I'm scientific and information minded and this helps me manage anxiety and anxious thoughts if I can make a plan for both scenarios). My physician said if it is anything it…
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Anyone Lumpy after DIEP?
I had my DIEP on 2/20. My radiated side has been difficult - the skin necrotized, so on 3/18 I had some skin grafting on that side. However, during that procedure it came to light that some of my left flap had died, so they removed that portion (about half the flap). I have my first post-op later this week. In the…
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March/April 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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I've Finished 5 years of Tamoxifen!
I took my last Tamoxifen pill yesterday and I'm happy about that. I didn't think I could make it through the entire 5 years. It was really a struggle and balancing act to take a daily pill that aggravated my throat/stomach without destroying it. I've been taking a lot of PPI medication which I hope I can decrease soon. I'm…
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Interpreting Mammograms: Calcifications
from the American College of Radiology Breast Imaging Boot Camp
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Upcoming Oncoplasty Lumpectomy
I’m having the surgery with reduction & lift next week. Hoping to go home same day. Can anyone share what their recovery was like? I’m off work on an (unpaid) medical leave, but live on a farm and single parent teens so I’m usually kinda busy. Thx
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Surgical Options
I was just diagnosed and am deciding between treatment options. I am already scheduled for surgery but now I am having doubts about the Lumpectomy and subsequent radiation therapy. In my honest opinion, I now feel that the mastectomy could be the better choice due to avoiding the radiotherapy and hormone therapy. Feeling…
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Ibrance Users greater than 24 months
How many of us have used Ibrance (plus an antiestrogen) greater than 24 months - even those who have moved on to next line of treatment. Apparently, the median PFS on this combo is now 27.6 months. For bone mets only the median PFS at 36.2 months. Data is from the Paloma 2 trial.
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I have a question for my mom
My mom just diagnosed with recurrence and we are waiting for the PET scan to see if it’s local or there is Mets the doctor is saying it’s unlikely to be Mets as the biopsy result shows ki67 is 10 % and The tumor size if 10mm my mom still worries and she is asking if they believe there is no Mets why they are doing a PET…
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Anyone experienced numbness and tingling on one side of your body?
My bc diagnosis was in 2021 and I had a lumpectomy and lymph node biopsy 12/21, followed by radiation 3/22. I was 71 at the time. My diagnosis was pure mucinous, clear margins, no lymph node spread, grade 2, stage 1.About a month ago I experienced complete numbness of my right leg and foot from the groin down. It lasted…
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letrozole and Coughing
“My mother has MBC to lungs She’s taking Letrozole. After three months, she started coughing and complains of a dry throat. Is coughing a side effect of the treatment?
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PET Scan
Hi I am wondering at what point will the oncologist order a PET scan. Is it mostly for patients with a high risk or symptoms of other issues? Or can I request one just to be sure that I am "all good"? Just anxious to see if I have or not have any other thing going on. I have a diagnostic mammogram and MRI coming up in…
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Pain Before Diagnosis
Hi everyone. I’m hoping you guys can give me some information or ideas. I have seen my ob and I have a diagnostic mammogram and ultrasound scheduled in 4 days. I’m wondering about the pain. It is my biggest symptom. The pain started out like I was cold. It wasn’t very painful, but my nipple hurt like I stepped into very…
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US CDC guidelines for Lung Cancer screening
In the US, CDC does have a guideline for lung screening. And for some reason, lung screening, is not as widely known as colorectal or breast screening. But nonetheless, the language on their site does not include those whom have had breast cancer or have gone thru breast cancer treatments under the "whom should be…
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Fall/Winter 2023/2024 Radiation Thread
Gather here to share experiences, ask question, get encouragement, and support others who are going through radiation therapy along with you. Please share your diagnosis, any previous treatment you've had, and your scheduled start date along with your radiation schedule. We're all here for you!
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Pathology Report- how long?
May I ask how long typically does it take before you receive your pathology report from surgery? I am through week one starting week two. I’m anxious because those results are what will give me more info as to my treatment plan and what to expect going forward. I know waiting is THE WORST.