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Breast Cancer

What's wrong with NOT having reconstruction?
I feel the need to vent a little and this seems to be a safe place to do so. I had a double mastectomy backing in /september with expanders placed for reconstruction. It was trouble from the start and about 8 weeks later I had to have emergency surgery to have them removed due to a severe infection. I never even got to…
How do I support my husband/caregiver?
I am going in for a lumpectomy and sentinal node biopsy July 5. We got my diagnosis -- DCIS, IDC, stage 1a, HER2-, ER/PR+ -- June 6, and even though this is a relatively "good" diagnosis, the doctor visits and consultations have been overwhelming for me. So has the simple fact that I have cancer. At all. My husband has…
New here....am a borderline ovarian cancer survivor and am concerned I may now be facing BC
I'm 59 years old with a hx of borderline ovarian cancer, T2 diabetes, asthma, COPD, obesity, etc. I recently had Covid but am no longer testing positive. I've got a huge hernia that came about after having cancer surgery. I had a TAH-BSO. The only e thing left is my cervix. This was in 2004. The following year I had my…
6 weeks post chemo. Still no hair regrowth
Hi. New to forum. Diagnosis very rare ACC Basaloid subtype. They’re treating it as they would for any triple negative breast cancer. I had 4 infusions of Taxotere & Cytoxin spaced 3 weeks apart. My last treatment was over 6 weeks ago, and I’ve had no fuzz or hair regrowth yet! Is this normal? From what I’ve read I should…
Peripheral Neuropathy
I finished chemo April 5th. I started having a little neuropathy right before I was finished with the chemo. It has gradually gotten worse in my thumbs and two fingers on both hands and my toes and right behind my toes are numb. My thumbs are very painful sometimes. I use Nervive cream, which helps. Does anyone know of any…
Radiation and Tissue Expander
Has anyone had successful reconstruction with tissue expander / implant after radiation? At the time I elected to have a tissue expander I didn't think I would need radiation but after discovery of 4 pos nodes, I had to have radiation after the tissue expander was placed. Now I'm finished with rads and am waiting for skin…
Post chemo port insertion
Hello, I'm new to this world of breast cancer. I was diagnosed with cancer in my left breast and left lymph node on March 31, 2022. I am also a lightning strike survivor. My anniversary of survival will be 5 years in July. I have multiple lasting side effects which have made the journey for recovery quite challenging. I…
New here
Hello! My mom just completed her first chemo Monday ( 1 down, 5 to go) and it has already been very difficult these past few days. Do any of you lovely ladies have insight on how I can best support her? She is currently experiencing pretty bad stomach cramps, lack of appetite and is super fatigued. She is also already…
So I'm from USA....the Social Worker I was assigned...her and I don't fit.
Support groups southeast MI
Hey everyone, Not sure if this is the right place to ask since I'm fairly new to this site but I'm looking for a support group near Detroit, MI that I can attend for survivors under the age of 40. Preferably in person. Anyone out there from the same area that can give me some more information?
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.
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
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…
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…
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…
Is radiation necessary after chemo?
Just wondering if I really still need to have radiation after chemo? Isn't chemo suppose to kill everything?
Naturopath Oncologist
Hello, Has anyone have experience with a naturopath oncologist about their breast cancer?
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…
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?
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…
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…
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?…
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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.
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…
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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