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Recived my diagnosis yesterday. The info I have so far is High-grade invasive mammary carcinoma, no special type (ductal) with associated intermediate to high grade ductal carcinoma in situ with cribriform and micropapillary architecture. Foci suspicious for lymphovascular invasion. Microcalcifications present, associated…

Starting chemotherapy this June? We're glad you're here. Whether you're preparing for your first infusion, counting down to treatment day, or already a few appointments in, this thread is a place to connect with others who understand what you're going through. Chemo can bring a mix of emotions—questions, worries,…

Back in 2008, I was MamaShift on here. Oddly, I'm back here under very similar circumstances. In January, I moved back to the States -- after an adulthood abroad -- after my husband ended our 28 yr marriage. Things have not gone well since then. My health has been a major challenge, but my mental health as well. I spent 10…

Hi I just had a mastectomy on August 3. I am now and doing pretty well coping with all of it. I appreciate the community any support and guidance.

newly diagnosed HR+ aggressive lobular stage 4 with hundreds of bone metastases. Showed up on cr scan head snd mri neck when I complained of bone pain. Was PET negative and normal cmp and cbc so oncologist suspects bone only. However I read it ifnt easily picked up on PET as lobular grows in sheets. Oncologist said don’t…

I am starting this thread for the discussion of all things Navelbine. It's for those currently on it, those who have been on it, or will start it soon. I hope it will be a source of information, a guide to help with side effects, and a place to rant, vent, cry, scream, or cheer! I had my first treatment this morning. It…

I am new to the forum, felt I needed some support to go through this whole process of my diagnosis. I am 73 years old, biopsy report invasive carcinoma, 7mm, her2 negative, ESTROGEN/PROGESTERONE POSITIVE GREATER THAN 90%.. appointment with surgeon 1/6 hopefully have surgery date set up. Due to the nature of this disease I…

Hello, I was diagnosed a little over 3 weeks ago with Invasive Ductal Carcinoma, Stage 1. Since then, I’ve been on an emotional roller coaster. My surgery is scheduled for August 19th. I’d appreciate any positive vibes!

My mother was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer 3 years ago. She takes letrazole, palbociclib (3 weeks on/2 off) and has Denosumab injections. After being away for a couple of weeks ( we share the same house), I have returned to notice that she has an odour particularly later in the day. It is not incontinence…

I was recently (this week) diagnosed with stage 1 invasive DCIS. I also have bronchiestatsis (chronic lung condition causing frequent infections) and am currently being treated for aspegillious. I would love to get some feedback, advice, etc. from anyone who has been diagnosed and has a similar story.

Hello :) I was diagnosed on 4/10 and had a double mastectomy on 5/18. I have a DIEP reconstruction scheduled for 9/2. I had to have a CT Abdomen to map out my veins and make sure everything looked fine for surgical planning. They found a 4 mm liver nodule. I have been taking Tamoxifen and over the last 6 weeks have lost…

Hi everyone Well I'm back again, I know it's not where we want to be but if we have to be somewhere for support this has always been the best place to come for it. I have been here before in the past years with worries of cysts and complex cysts in both breasts where I have gone through Ultrasounds, Mammograms and MRI's. I…

Dear All, (and Layne are you there?) Got my Tamox today and will start in a week. Where are my tamoxi pals? It says weight loss for one of the side effects. Now that's a good thing. Basha Edited by Mods to add content from the main Breastcancer.org site's section on Tamoxifen in Pill Form (Brand Name: Nolvadex): Benefits,…

If radiation therapy is part of your treatment plan this August, we'd love for you to join us here. ☀️ Whether you're getting ready for your first session, settling into the daily routine, halfway through treatment, or counting down to your final appointment, this thread is for you. This monthly Radiation Roll Call is more…

Hello, I am preparing for lumpectomy and then radiation/AI expected. Despite bilateral the surgeons feel I am a good candidate. Any suggestions on where I can get risk/benefit analysis for radiation treatment? I am 58 bilateral IDC/DCIS Grade 1 T1b no nodes ER/PR+ Her2neg No BRCA genes and low Ki-67 I have spoken with…

I was recently diagnosed with her2 negative metastatic breast cancer stage 4 that is not in breast but now in bronchial, bone , abdomen , pelvis. I have been coughing a full year. Had breast cancer stage 1b in 2020. So recurrence. Wonderful Pulmonologist was one that finally found what was wrong through lung biopsy ! Went…

Hello all brave women out there, I am a mom of three boys and 44 years old. 5 years ago I was diagnosed with hormonal breast cancer that had spread to my bones ( bone marrow). Initially I started with chemo to repair the damages on my bones and then proceeded with hormonal treatments. Tha last one was with orserdu along…

Modified radical msatectomy with axillary dissection, left breast got 2×1.2 centimeter tumor, now doctor said need to do Fish/dish test if positive need give induction, per induction $2000+ USD need give 17 induction,it is difficult for me to pay, 😢

Just started oral Navelbine for lung mets (Was on Xeloda for a year some lung progression in October 23) Not much recent info here on this therapy but seems to be working for me 120 mg once per week for 8 weeks reduced CA15 from 84 to 40 Now on 140 mg No major side effects Ct scan and Bone scan in 3 weeks Bright in Hope

Writing became my way of dealing, rather than surviving, one of the hardest chapters of my life. The Whispering Shadow is my story, born from the pain and fear I experienced during my unwanted battle with triple-negative breast cancer. When you’re carrying a story that feels too heavy to hold, try writing it... not for…

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…

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…

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?

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…