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Decision paralysis
I was recently diagnosed with stage 2 invasive breast cancer. ER positive Her2 negative. I have been given the option of a lumpectomy followed by radiation or a mastectomy with immediate implant reconstruction on the left and an implant /enhancement on the right to even things out. I have very small breasts 36a/b which are…
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How are people with liver mets doing?
I continue to be very scared once I found my liver mets progressed after having to go off doxil. I am hoping to find some support in alleviating my deep seated fears by hearing other stories of people living and dealing with liver mets. My onc says I have such a petite frame (105) that an enlarged liver will definitely…
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Liver lesion found on CT
Had a CT performed for another issue and report states, “8 mm low-density lesion with tiny soft tissue nodule in the right hepatic lobe. Consider dedicated liver imaging for further characterization.“ Anyone have a similar experience that wasn’t liver mets?
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Calling all TNs
I think that we tn's need to have a sign up list like some of the other threads have...maybe put your age, and also what treatment you have had or are now having. What to do you think? I can start: age 50, diagnosed at age 49 1/2, lumpectomy, 4 AC Dose dense (every two weeks) and 4 Taxol, Dose Dense every 2 weeks. 35 rads…
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Recovery Timelines
Hi everyone, I hope you're all having a great week so far. I'm newly diagnosed with DCIS, and will be having a BMX with AFC in the coming weeks. The surgical team have advised that the hospital stay will be between 3-7 days (I live in Australia). I’d love to hear everyone’s recovery timelines! I'm prepping meals and my…
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Free Mastectomy Bras!
FREE Mastectomy Bra! Just pay for shipping. My friend wants me to donate her mother’s mastectomy bras to a BC survivor. All of them are in excellent condition.I have 14 of them and will list the styles, size and brand below. If anyone wants one or more, just send me a PM (private message), and the first one who responds…
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I WANT MY MOJO BACK!
Hey girls, You know, this loss of libido thing is just unnacceptable. I was in the chat room earlier today and mentioned it and man, you should've heard how many of us are experiencing this problem. I promised the ladies I'd post my rant, so here it comes (or....doesn't ). If bc were a man's disease, not only would there…
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Capecitabine - Side Effects
I went threw 6 rounds of chemotherapy and 2 rounds of Keytruda. The Keytruda was damaging my lungs so I was not allowed to take it anymore. After having several rounds of the same chemo I developed a allergy to it which caused me to end up in the hospital. I will be finishing radiation on July 3rd and starting Capecitabine…
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London calling: Appointment with oncologist to discuss bone scan
Hello, comrades, Here I am again. Not that I hadn’t thought about posting before, but… here I am once more, completely freaking out. My hands are freezing and sweating at the same time, and my brain is busily imagining every possible worst-case scenario: me disappearing from the world without achieving my lifelong dream of…
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Extreme tumor markers (CEA, CA 15-3)
Hi Everone, I'm Peter; this is my first post in this forum. However, I used to read it a lot. I'm here to understand my wife's situation; maybe some of you have experienced similar things to what we did a couple of days ago. Long story short, my wife was diagnosed with hormone-positive breast cancer in October 2020; she…
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What is one thing you wished you knew about DCIS or any breast cancer diagnosis??
I went into my post DCIS diagnosis under the false assumption that my lumpectomy on the right breast and reduction on both was a one and done deal. I was not prepared for the roller coaster of events that occurred post surgery. DCIS in the 3X biopsied benign left breast, a left mastectomy, tissue expander placement,…
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Failed reconstruction
Hi all, I was diagnosed with DCIS in 2010 and had a partial mastectomy and radiation on my left breast. In 2014 I was again diagnosed with High grade DCIS in left breast. I had a double mastectomy including nipples and a Tramflap operation using the skin, fat and muscle from my stomach to create breasts. I absolutely hated…
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🌸 July 2026 Chemo Check-In — Join Others in the Same Boat and Get Support 🌸
Starting chemotherapy this July? We're so glad you've found us. Whether you're preparing for your first infusion, counting down to treatment day, or already several treatments into your plan, this thread is a place to connect with people who truly understand what you're going through. Chemotherapy can bring a wide range of…
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Looking for your recommendations: Wigs, hats, turbans, and more
For any of you who chose to use wigs, hats, turbans, or any other head covering during chemo, we're looking for personal recommendations in your area! Was there a certain type of wig or hat you found that worked for you? A great brand of turbans? Did you try a full-service wig salon or hair loss center that offered fitting…
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MRI results post mastectomy RAD -4
Anyone exp this? This week I had my first breast MRI since my double mastectomy three years ago. Results showed two suspicious areas. Quickly ultrasound done confirmed nodules to the left breast. Same breast as initial CA. Biopsy yesterday and now we wait. I have been on AIs and Zoladex for three years. Could it be scar…
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Podcast: Is Breast Cancer Linked to Certain Bacteria?
Can the bacterium that causes periodontal disease make breast cancer develop? Published on May 12, 2026 Dr. Dipali Sharma and her team published two papers that found links between bacteria, including F. nucleatum, the bacterium that causes periodontal disease, and the development of breast cancer. Listen to the episode to…
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Podcast: Can GLP-1s Treat Lymphedema?
GLP-1 medicines treat diabetes and help people lose weight. Can they also ease lymphedema? Published on May 26, 2026 Dr. Michael Stubblefield is a cancer rehabilitation expert and Dr. Joseph Dayan is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon who has pioneered techniques to ease lymphedema with surgery. They’re both very…
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🌟 June 2026 Radiation Roll Call — You’re Among Friends Here 🌟
If radiation therapy is part of your treatment plan this June, we'd love for you to join us here. ☀️ Whether you're preparing for your first session, settling into the daily routine, or counting down your final treatments, this thread is a place to connect with others who understand the experience. Radiation can bring…
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Refusing hormone therapy
has anyone here refused to take either their Tamoxifen or AI?
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Breastcancer.org Podcasts: Experts discuss research & issues
Our podcasts feature experts discussing a wide variety of breast cancer issues and the latest research on breast cancer. Check out all of Breastcancer.org's Podcasts here. In the premiere podcast, we're excited to bring you a summary of the research highlights from first day of the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium 2013!…
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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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Are you currently (or have you been) in a Clinical Trial?
I am about to start a clinical trial and am wondering about the experiences of others. I'm feeling a little rocky and at sea, because I've been in the care of a wonderful oncologist for the past three years, and I knew without a doubt that his prime objective was the same as mine - to keep me stable and maintain a good…
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HERCEPTIN and/or PERJETA Threads
I am currently on Herceptin and Perjeta with Zometa every three weeks. Would love to hear from others who have been on this targeted therapy and how well the treatments have been working for you..
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Medullary features
Hi I'm receiving chemotherapy (TC) for a 11mm, node negative, grade 3, triple negative breast cancer with medullary features. Two pathology reports concluded that the tumour was 'probably' medullary, with chemotherapy and most likely radiotherapy advised as adjuvant treatment. As this is such a rare cancer, there seems to…
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Lynkuet: New Medication for Hot Flashes
I was just given an Rx for Lynkuet, which is a new medication for hot flashes and is safer for the liver AND helps with sleep. I just started having hot flashes after stopping HRT last month following my diagnosis. I'm also excited to try Lynkuet because I have been suffering from heat intolerance for several years, and no…
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Any stage IV surviving 5+ years ?
When you look up stats for stage IV they’re dismal, yet I continue to see lots of longer term survivors on this site. Some were given a year or two. Would love to hear how many are there and how life’s is for you. I’m coming up on three years and just failed with letrozole. MO says plenty options sti
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Worried about everything! Feel guilty anyone else
Hello ladies. I am two weeks away from completing all my big treatments. I am happy about it and scared at the same time. Does anyone else besides me always have in the back of your mind : I have to eat different, I should not have had those three drinks ( I am not a huge drinker just usually a glass of wine here or there…
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Inner Thigh Flap (TUG) Anyone?
Hi all.... I was wondering if any of you have undergone or know much about the Transverse Upper Gacilis Flap procedure being done for breast reconstruction. I am interested in having my 9 year old silicone implants removed (upper body pain syndrome that I think is at partially the fault of my 400 cc implants - ) and having…
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Afinitor/Aromasin
I am waiting for my pills to arrive and fearful of starting a chemo after almost seven years of anti-hormones. I immediately started looking for info on this site, and the Afinitor topic was started in Jan. 8, 2012 with 35 pages of comments to go through. Do you think it is possible to start a new topic now that this med…
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Grade 3 HER2+ timeline & symptoms – Waiting on MRI vs starting chemo? (BC / Fraser Health)
Hello everyone, My wife was diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma on June 30, 2026 (Grade 3, HER2+, right axillary lymph node involvement, extranodal extension not demonstrated). We met with the surgeon on July 16, who confirmed she will need neoadjuvant chemotherapy first. Her upcoming schedule is: July 21: CT Scan…