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Tamoxifen
I was diagnosed with Stage IV inflammatory left breast cancer August 2021. (ER +, PR -, HER2 +) I had 6 rounds of TCHP chemo, mastectomy, 30 rounds Proton radiation. I have just started Tamoxifen and was wondering what experiences or side effects others have had while taking this drug.
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Hair Growth After Treatment
Hi Everyone! I completed my last round of treatment 3 weeks ago and while I know it can take 3-6 months for hair to grow back, I am wondering if there are any tips or products that have been used and were helpful in speeding up the process. Any suggestions are appreciated. Thank you! - Cathy
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Pros and cons about breast reconstruction
It will be 2 years in August that I had my mastectomy and I use my prosthesis but it’s kind of heavy and I have arthritis in my hands which makes it difficult to place in my bra and put my straps on my shoulders . I have been considering having the reconstruction surgery and would love to hear everyone’s views. My JP drain…
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Breast Cancer Treatment center
Hello Everyone, I was recently diagnosed with Breast Cancer (HER2) and have not been satisfied with the customer service at treatment center I was referred to. I am experiencing lack of communication, difficulty getting in touch with staff and poor coordination of care from the front desk staff. Can anyone recommend a…
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Blackheads on radiated breast???
Just finished radiation, right breast. I got the normal "weepy" rash from radiation, but also have "blackheads" in nearly every pore or hair follicle on radiated side. Weepy rash is clear. How do I get rid of these blackheads? (I'm not referring to the tattoos). My skin is still so fragile/dry, I'm afraid to use normal…
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Is radiation necessary after chemo?
Just wondering if I really still need to have radiation after chemo? Isn't chemo suppose to kill everything?
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Naturopath Oncologist
Hello, Has anyone have experience with a naturopath oncologist about their breast cancer?
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Advice on caring for my wife, 1st round of AC chemo.
My Wife has been diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer. She has a large tumor in chest and one small bone met at the base of her skull. The doctors are still treating with intent to cure though since she is young and only has the one spot of metastasis. Starting with 8 rounds of chemo, the surgery, then radiation. She had…
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Post mastectomy
Hi! Just had a bilateral mastectomy on May 3rd. Got my wound vac off yesterday and dealing with all the emotions of changed body image. I’m doing okay just still can’t believe this all happening. Can anyone give me any insight for expectations on healing?
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Support Group?
I was diagnosed at the beginning of April and had a mastectomy at the end of April. There was a small amount of cancer found in one lymph node. Due to the size of my tumor, my age and the micro metastasis in my lymph node, both chemo and radiation are recommended. I will most likely start chemo next week. It seems like so…
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Kadcyla for targeted BC treatment
I've just started Kadcyla infusions for ER+, PR-, HER2+ 1.6cm invasive breast cancer. Though it was stage 1 (they only found a few isolated ca cells in one lymph node during lumpectomy which likely occurred due to the needle biopsy) because of the HER2 status my oncologist suggested this targeted therapy. I'm wondering if…
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Lumpectomy with Savi
Having lumpectomy surgery on Thursday with 5 Sentinel lymph nodes removed and drain. Day before surgery they are placing a Savi Scout locator in the tumor (what’s left of it after aggressive chemo) to assist surgeon with location. Two questions for anyone who cares to share their experience… Was the Savi placement painful?…
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Very small tumor treatment
I recently had a lumpectomy and sentinel node biopsy of my high grade ductal In situ with one invasive ductal satellite. My margins were small but clear as were the lymph nodes. The tumor was only 2mm big . I am er+, pr- and her2 +. I will have radiation and famara but the protein blocker is in question because of the…
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Long journey
Hi I am Megan I am 43 and I been on this junury since November. I am getting tired and worn out. I need encouragement please. I'm going to radiation right now and still getting her herceptin.
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help!! my family thinks I'm supposed to be the same girl I was before my cancer removal surgery!!!
Good morning. THIS IS A PLEA FOR HELP! I AM COMPLETELY SUICIDAL RIGHT NOW BECAUSE OF MY OWN FAMILY!!!!!!!!!!! With tears in my eyes, wondering why I survived only to feel such hatred from my family. I NEED HELP FOR THE SAKE OF MY SON!! Let me begin this by telling you all that my mom has depended on me since we moved from…
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Neulasta and Bone Pain
Hi. I had my first chemo and neulasta shot on Thursday, July 30th and 31st. Besides a couple of rough days, with fever and flu like symptoms, I have been doing OK, except now I have foot pain. I know this could be part of the neulasta shot. I was wondering if others got joint/bone pain right after the shot or does it…
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Very rare breast cancer diagnosis: ACC basaloid subtype
Hello! I am new to this group, and my heart goes out to all of you-I've read a lot of the posts. What strikes me is how we keep fighting and how strong we women are. I'm still working, but will retire next week. I make myself walk 3 miles/day even when I hurt all over, because I feel better after! Well, my diagnosis is…
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Medication vs. Surgery
I'm ER +. Had lumpectomy, chemo, radiation. On anastrozole. Has anyone removed ovaries and tubes? Or have complete hysterectomy? What are your thoughts? Not sure if i should just stay on meds or take out the source of the estrogen.
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free port pillows
https://www.gofundme.com/Portpillows This charity mails free port pillows that clip onto the seat belt and protect the port from being rubbed by the seat belt. The port pillow also feels really good over a tender sentinel node incision site. There is a form on the site for ordering the pillow either for yourself or for…
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EVUSHELD
EVUSHELD: Have any of you had any experience taking Evusheld or known anybody who has? My wife is taking immune therapy for cancer and her team has made her aware of this drug which may be helpful against Covid 19.
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12 years later- still have severe itching for days from lumpectomy and radiation
I had a lumpectomy, 8 rounds of chemo and 33 radiation treatments for breast cancer 12 years ago. Why do I still have severe relentless itching at the site after 12 years?
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Will begin Taxol treatments this Friday
I have had 4 rounds of chemotherapy where I have lost my taste buds. I will begin 4 rounds of Taxol treatment this Friday. I can only drink water, ensure, and tea. Everything else taste like metal. So, I was happy to hear that those on Taxol were able to eat again. I am so so hungry and have lost 25 pounds so far. I'll be…
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Radiation for breast cancer
Started to notice headaches after 8 rounds, unusual for me. Has anyone else experienced them with radiation treatment? (Trying not to leap to brain Mets…)
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Chemotherapy Support
Am I able to get meals delivered to my home when I start chemotherapy? What types of services do I qualify for with breast cancer diagnosis and chemotherapy? What should the insurance or hospital be providing for me? I have medicaid insurance. Thank you😊
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Greetings
Am new here Am I welcome?
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TTS dragging out
I was diagnosed in early January with early stage DCIS plus IDC, estrogen positive, progesterone negative, her2 negative based on a biopsy of a 5mm lesion in my right breast. Surgeon ordered an MRI STAT at our surgical consult in mid-January, "just to be sure there are no more lesions" and asserted that my surgery date…
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Almost there!
On December 10, 2021 our town was 75% wiped out by a monster tornado. A week later I found out I had Triple negative invasive aggressive breast cancer. Our house was damaged but not destroyed, and I feel like God knew what I'd be going through and needed my familiar home to recover. The home next door and all the way up…
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Put god first
I just went in for a X-ray and found out I needed to follow up with a doctor for a mammogram and my whole life changed in a blink of I eye . But one thing I can tell u is threw my experiences I’m keep fighting I’m not giving up no matter what . Just waiting for my test results to come back tell my next action plan im…
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I just recently found out I have breast cancer...
I had a mammo in April and an ultrasound and both were clear. My doc recommended an ultrasound in December and it came back with malignant! I found out so far I am Stage 1-A, Grade 2 (faster moving cancer) and that the lymph nodes are clear "but" this is the 3rd time I have had suspicious masses but this time it came back…
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Covid vaccine after treatment
Hello, I was on this board 21 years ago when I was first diagnosed. I am a 21 year survivor and just received my second Covid shot. Wondering if anyone else are in a similar situation. I had concerns about getting it. I waited and just got my second shot Monday. I have gotten what they call Covid arm. A red itchy big rash…