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New diagnosis- so scared and overwhelmed...
Hi all- I am 51 and was diagnosed on January 20,2023 and just got scheduled with surgeon on February 14th. This was a routine mammogram, so total shock. I have calcifications so no specific lump. I was diagnosed from initial biopsy with invasive ductal and invasive lobular and DCIS. I am also triple negative which I had…
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Suspected IBC, awaiting results & very scared.
Hi everyone. I'm 36. I posted in the IBC forum too … just looking for support. About 2 weeks ago, I found what I thought was an ingrown hair on my left breast, near the nipple. I popped it and pus came out but it did not go down, it swelled up instead. The next day, it felt like my breast was getting larger; it was…
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A question about diagnosis from a worried patient.
Hi everyone — moderators, please let me know if this is allowed and remove if it is not! I want to make sure I am doing my due diligence in this diagnosis process, since with IBC you really have to advocate yourself. I have also posted in the “awaiting test results” forum but I am here with a question— precededed by a…
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Mom joined the Stage IV now 💔
hi beautiful ladies My mom got recurrence last June, PET scan showed tiny nodule over the lunge due to age and other health issues the doctors did not do lung biopsy and decided to put her on letrozole and do another PET scan after 6 months to see the response so no staging since June Last week she did another PET scan and…
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Hormonal therapy doses and outcomes, and post-menopausal status
Has anyone encountered research (or hypotheses or observations from clinicians about this): Given that after menopause, women's bodies produce vastly less estrogen than the bodies of younger fertile women-- is there any data suggesting that dosages for hormonal therapy might be varied according to the amount of estrogen a…
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oral minoxidil for hormonal therapy induced hair loss
Hello all, My hair grew back very thick after chemo (took 2 hours to blowdry!) and stayed that way through ovary removal and 4 years of AIs. I thought I had lucked out. About 1.5 years into Tamoxifen I started losing it again - diffuse loss, over a few months, most noticeable at temples and crown. I had a scalp biopsy done…
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Podcast: Breast Cancer Care for LGBTQ+ People
Breast Cancer Care for LGBTQ+ People Apr 7, 2023 Dr. Erik Eckhert explains his research on disparities in breast cancer care for people in the LGBTQ+ community. In a paper published in JAMA Oncology, Dr. Erik Eckert, of Stanford, and his colleagues found that LGBTQ people with breast cancer faces delays in diagnosis and…
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Painless Lump And Crusty Nipples
Hello all, I'm new here. Initially, I discovered a pea-sized lump in my left breast, but I forgot all about it because it wasn't huge or anything. What brought me here was the newly discovered hard, painless lump I discovered in the milk duct of my right breast. It feels like a smooth rock with a flat surface. At first, I…
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Pls need advice for my sister
Dear friends , I used to ask questions about my mom cancer treatment now she is better. This is my mom picture and her profile ( unfortunately she don't speak English) My sister just diagnosed with breast cancer. The oncologist want her to start with chemo . They already removed the cancer. Is here someone who has or had…
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Want to help my sister ( just diagnosed )
Dear friends , I used to ask questions about my mom cancer treatment now she is better. This is my mom picture and her profile ( unfortunately she don’t speak English) My sister just diagnosed with breast cancer. The oncologist want her to start with chemo . They already removed the cancer. Is here someone who has or had…
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Partial breast vs. whole breast radiation for left breast
Hi There, I'm wondering if anyone has direct or indirect experience with partial breast radiation vs whole breast radiation for the left breast in terms of short and long term side effects. I'm a candidate for partial but I'd like to do whatever is least invasive especially for my heart and lungs. I'm also curious if…
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Last Weeks US
Hey friends, I'm new here. I'm 41 and a mother of two children. I went in for a response to an abnormal mamogram. I was given a on-spot mamo, as well as an US. Doctor could see architectural distortion and informed me that I have very dense breasts. He said that there is a b9 cyst, and is conserned about the AD. What are…
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Obesity May Increase Risk Even More for BRCA+
Obesity May Increase Breast Cancer Risk Even More in Women With BRCA Mutations Mar 22, 2023 Obesity may increase breast cancer risk even more in women with a BRCA mutation, who are already a high-risk group. Read more...
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Very first mammogram callback
Hi everyone I had my very first mammogram last week. It was a 2d and 3d. I turned 40 in July but didn't stop nursing until October and read it takes your breasts 4-6 months to return to normal. Anyways I got a callback for more imaging and ultrasound on my left breast. The report said I have heterogeneously dense breast,…
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Obesity May Increase Risk Even More for BRCA+
Obesity May Increase Breast Cancer Risk Even More in Women With BRCA Mutations Mar 22, 2023 Obesity may increase breast cancer risk even more in women with a BRCA mutation, who are already a high-risk group. Read more...
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Black Women Face Multiple Barriers to Risk-Reducing Care
Black Women Face Multiple Barriers to Risk-Reducing Care Mar 21, 2023 Black women at high risk of developing breast cancer face a number of barriers to risk-reducing care. Read more...
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Diep vs Implants after partial mastectomy and mammoplasty
Hi there, I was diagnosed with metaplastic TNBC in my R breast in Dec 2021 at the age of 32. I have since undergone 8 rounds of dense chemotherapy, a partial mastectomy and mammoplasty, radiation therapy and 6 rounds of capecitabine chemo pills. I had a scare at my recent mammogram which required a stereotactic biopsy. My…
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Follow-Up Care Should Be Based on Cx Characteristics
Breast Cancer Follow-Up Care Should Be Personalized Based on Cancer Characteristics Mar 14, 2023 Considering information on stage and receptor status can help doctors personalize breast cancer follow-up care. Read more...
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Huge Study Shows 3D Mammograms Better Than 2D
Huge Study Shows 3D Mammograms Better Than 2D Mar 14, 2023 A study has shown that 3D mammograms are best for breast cancer screening. Read more...
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Unable to complete ultrasound core biopsy
I am wondering if there is anyone else who can relate. I have EXTREMELY SENSITIVE nipples and am unable to tolerate breast exams. I can barely manage to get through a mammogram. I had a mammogram in January that showed calcifications in the left breast subareolar area. I was called back for a diagnostic mammogram which I…
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Developing Asymmetry at Screening - Tech Consulted Radiologist
Hello All - I'm 52 and have heterogeneously dense breasts and got my first baseline mammogram at 35. I've been fairly consistent with mammograms since 40 aside from last year, so it was 2 years since my last screening when I went a week ago. I've had recalls here and there and have learned not to get too upset about them…
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Abnormal Mammogram
Hello, I was hoping someone can interpret my recent mammogram report. See below: Findings: Assymetries in lateral and superior right breast will require further imaging evaluation. Impression: Right lateral and superior assymetries for which further evaluation is recommended. Is this something I should be concerned about?
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VIRTUAL MEETUPS for people in treatment for breast cancer!
Letting you all know that we host moderated 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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One view findings - going back for more images
Hello I've been getting mammograms every year since I was 40. I was called back on my first (ultrasound plus mri) and it all turned out well. Got called back for the same spot a year later and was investigated again and it was well. I started HRT when I was 42 due to premature menopause and my gyno wants to keep me on it…
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Recommended Plastic Surgeons in Connecticut (or New York)
I'm posting this for my mom, who had breast cancer and subsequent double mastectomy and reconstructive surgery with implants more than 10 years ago. She is interested in having her breasts redone, and is looking for a fantastic plastic surgeon preferably in Connecticut, or New York. Any suggestions or experiences with…
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Pale Stool
Ok, can someone give me some good reasons for Pale stools. Dr Google is not helping. I have clay like stool. I had it before about 4 months ago, and my doctor added ca19 to my tests. It was normal last December. In the last week, almost daily I have one bout of very pale stool and I don't like Dr Google. I have messaged my…
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Post treatment questions
So, in 2019 i was diagnosed with IDC stage 1 grade 1 1cm...lumpectomy, radiation arimidex.... in 2008 I had a mammogram that showed calcifications...I had a biopsy....pathology said targeted calcifications, lesion is suspicious for dcis...then final diagnosis said FEA with asscociated calcs...with a note that said FAE…
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Naturopathic Oncologist Recommendations
Hello! I live in Northwest Pennsylvania and I'm interested in consulting with a Naturopathic Oncologist in my area (Cleveland, OH; Pittsburgh, PA; Buffalo, NY). I have seen an Integrative Medicine MD at the Cleveland Clinic, but would also like to see someone who specializes in treating cancer survivors from a holistic…
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Podcast: BC Survival Differences in Black & White Women
Breast Cancer Survival Differences in Black and White Women Mar 16, 2023 Dr. Kent Hoskins explains his research on some of the causes of breast cancer survival disparities. Although Black women are less like to be diagnosed with breast cancer than white women, they are more likely to die if they do develop the disease.…
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Need some advise
My wife was diagnosed with stage 4 terminal breast cancer. 2 years ago. Versinio helped the spreading. Has stopped working and starting pigway. Can anyone give me an idea when symptoms will start if she is going to get them. I know this is a random question and been dealing with this a while. Small family not around and…