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I Finished!!!!
I finished my treatment. ALL OF IT! 5 months of chemo, 1 surgery, 30 rounds of proton radiation and I'm done. I've been at this since November 2021 when I got my biopsy and found out December 1. I am DONE! It is kind of a shock that I won't have to go to weekly/daily doctor appointments. I have a meeting with my oncologist…
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ILC late stage 2b and.. pregnant
I’ve just been diagnosed with ILC late stage 2b breast cancer and in the process of inquiring about saving my eggs… I find out that I’m pregnant! I’m so overwhelmed and confused as to what to do and how treatment will work with a pregnancy. I will not end the pregnancy and I want to beat this diagnoses. Please help.
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Swollen Lymph Nodes
Hi, I was diagnosed with Her2 positive Breast Cancer in 2019, had DMX with implants, chemo and Herceptin. About 1 yr after treatment I have developed 3 swollen lymph nodes in my armpit. My onc felt them as well and sent me for an Ultra sound. Radiologist says they are swollen but look typical and wants me to follow up,…
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Triple positive breast cancer
Hello, I am 40 years old and was diagnosed with Infiltrating ductal carcinoma of left breast. It is stage 1, gade 2 during my first mammogram. I had a Stereotactic breast biopsy done, mri of breast, and ultrasound guided axillary lymph node biopsy done, and Myraid genetic testing done. Lymph nodes negative and genetic…
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Overwhelmed
I went through cancer treatment during Covid lockdown, so I had to go through all treatments, surgery. appointments alone. So I’ve never experienced being with others in the same situation. Today, for the first time, I went to a BC “walk”. When I drove up and saw the sea of pink shirts, I was so overwhelmed I couldn’t stop…
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What to expect during lumpectomy
What will possibly take place during a lumpectomy procedure? IDC Cancer stage 1, grade 2 Will i have a catheter , how long is the procedure, if lymph nodes were taken during an ultrasound guided axillary lymph node biopsy and were negative will they do sentinel node biopsy, how long will I have to take off work
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Vision changes
Hello, Seven years ago, I had 5 months of chemo during my breast cancer treatments, in addition to bilateral mastectomy, stretching of the skin for breast restructure, total hysterectomy and oophorectomy. I know my eyesight was effected, because years before I had Lasik, and my eyesight went from 20/15 (better than 20/20,)…
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Tamoxifen and More
Hi all. I'm new here on this Network and also New to North Carolina . Which brings me to my two main questions. Should I get a different oncologist? She says Tamoxifen isn't causing facial hair growth. Which I know isn't true. She says, it may be Ovarian cancer. Seeing that I had Fibrods .??? Also The cancer center in…
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That one thing you wish you’d known before surgery that you found out later
New to the group, just diagnosed this past week with IDC after biopsy (not staged yet)and includes lymph node. What is something you wish you had known prior to surgery …either to be prepared for post surgery and treatment or to have made a better informed decision prior to surgery. You’ve heard “ you don’t know what you…
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Lumpectomy with breast symmetry - now margins show DCIS on all sides. Mastectomy with recon or what
Background: 33 mm tumor, clear lymph nodes. Doc recommended partial mastectomy with breast reconstruction and symmetry surgery on non-cancer breast all performed at one time followed by radiation . Surgery went great. Pathology came back with DCIS on four sides of removed tissue. Doc now recommends full mastectomy and a…
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Treatments to ease side effects of Taxotere give for breast cancer
My wife had a second bout of breast cancer in her other breast and was treated with Taxotere and two of the side effects are extremely dibilitaing her and trying to find out if there are any treatments to ease her pain and discomfort? Her primary doctor can't help and her oncologist really has no answers either. Thank you…
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Swolen breast
Hello All. I finished rads back in May this year...in the past couple of weeks I noticed that my breast (that had the rads) is bigger than the other, and it is sore to touch...it is also sore under my arm...I have read that it may be like lymphadema but in the breast not the arm...I saw my GP, but he said to monitor and…
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Deciding what type of surgery?
Hello everyone! Has anyone here been diagnosed with DCIS non-invasive cancer on one breast but still decided to do a double mastectomy? My doctor recommended a lumpectomy with radiation and hormonal treatment. But I am thinking of doing the double mastectomy to avoid radiation and the pain and stress of worrying that it…
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Tamoxifin
Those of you who take tamoxifin(or have taken it) have you gained weight or lost weight.I am staying about the same but read some people can loose and also read some people gain. How has it affected some of you.A Gain or loss of weight and also do you feel fatigued like another side effect it has on people. Lynn Smith
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Chemo/Vaginal Issues
Ladies, first let me thank you so much for all your sharing of your experiences. I have been in and out of this site since my not so positive mammogram in May. Your experiences have helped me through my stereotatic core biopsy, DCIS and invasive breast cancer diagnosis, double mastectomy, chemo, working through all the…
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Wigs
Hi. I’m recently diagnosed and will start chemo in the next two weeks. Terrified is an understatement. Im looking to find a company that sells good, natural looking wigs. If anyone has recommendations it’s greatly appreciated.
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Port Issues
I was recently diagnosed with Stage 2 Breast Cancer that has not spread to lymph nodes but has local spread within the same breast. I recently had my port placed and it has just been a few days. I'm hoping it starts to feel better soon. My issue is that I seem to be able to feel it if i take a deep breath and it causes me…
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Do you actually see your MD or are you always passed off to the PA?
I was dx with Breast Cancer in 2019. Mastectomy with removal of 19 lymph nodes, 4 were malignant. A suspicious mass was found on my kidney in 2019, delaying chemo. In 2020, after radiation was completed, the kidney mass was biopsied and then ablated. Kidney biopsies are not as "certain" as other biopsies - can be…
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Finished Chemo!!!
I just wanted to say that yesterday was my LAST chemo day! WAHOO! I rang the bell and everyone cheered. Next up will be surgery. I'm just happy to be done with chemo because that stuff was toxic for me.
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Chemo & Hives
Hello - I'm currently receiving Taxotere and Cytoxan chemo for breast cancer. I receive the infusions every three weeks. Approximately two weeks after my second chemo infusion, I had experienced a terrible case of hives. I was administered a steroid regimen (methylprednisolone 4mg) over the course of 6-days which seemed to…
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Choosing not to do Hormone Therapy after Lumpectomy
Two months ago I had a lumpectomy to remove Grade 1, Stage 1 Estrogen Progesterone positive mucinous cancer. My oncologist wants me to take Aromatose as I am 74. This drug is known to cause bone loss. I am .1 point away from osteoporosis. A Mammoprint test was done and the outcome shows a possible 98% non recurrence with…
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New here and just found out I have DCIS
Hello, I am new here. I am 41yrs old and recently got diagnosed with DCIS breast cancer and still waiting to get more tests (ultrasound and possible 2 more biopsies) because they found another mass on the side of my armpit and also enlarged lymph node. my appt is Friday and I am so scared and stressed just thinking that it…
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Puckering
Hello. I have a plan to call my OB in the morning but I needed some advice. I am 31 years old, mom of 3, and still breastfeeding my 3rd child. I am heavier on the top, size 38D. I have some excess axillary fat and more so on my right side. I noticed today that there was some puckering where the axillary fat meets the…
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Should I eat before chemo session?
I'm having my first chemo treatment in one week and am wondering if I should eat before going in for the treatment? Any suggestions? I'm really nervous and my mind is spinning with questions and of course it's the weekend and can't call my oncologist. I'm open to suggestions.
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has anyone else gained weight on chemo?
I know this shouldn't be of concern to me, fighting my cancer should (and is), but...I have gained about 10 pounds since I started chemo. I am less active, yes, but still exercise and my eating habits have been about the same. I am curious if others have and if so, do you lose it when chemo is done??? Thanks all!!!
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Simple Mastectomy preparation and recovery
I'd appreciate your advice as I prepare for a simple mastectomy next week. I'm 77 years old and currently living in a hotel due to water damage in our home. Questions that have already come to mind include: 1) What can I do in advance of the procedure to increase my likelihood of success? 2) How much discomfort should I…
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Newly diagnosed, time off work?
Hi all, I’m very newly diagnosed with breast cancer. It’s stage 1, age 42. I’m waiting for the specialist to call for my first appointment to talk about treatment plan. I’ve been very emotional, tearing up very easily. I live alone so have been connecting with some close friends for support. At this time I’m not sure if I…
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Path Report
Please help me understand my mother's path report. She was just diagnosed last week. Invasive Carcinoma Type: Invasive Lobular Carcinoma spans at least 6mm in this material Differentiation: Moderately to poorly differentiated Nuclear Grade III/III (MARKED VARIATION IN SIZE AND SHAPE) Lobular Neoplasis: Lobular Carcinoma in…
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Now What?
I just finished my capcitabine treatment and now it is on to a trial. Meanwhile I took the colo guard test and it came back postive for blood, so now I have to have a colonospy. Not, sure how to feel. To be honset I am sick to my stomach about the whole thing. I am trying to tell myself not to worry, but it isn't easy. You…
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Letrozole
Hi Everyone:) I have been taking Letrozole for a year now and I literally can barely walk, hold a glass, and my bones and muscles ache so bad. I am suppose to take it for 20 years and I cannot imagine it is worth taking that long and being this miserable. I am 46 years old and was VERY ACTIVE and now cant do any kind of…