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Has ANYONE had a manageable experience with Anastrozole?
Hi, all: I've been silently but consistently rooting all of you on toward restored health. I've been through (as most of you have personally experienced, on your own timelines and journeys) the most intense path toward survival since my diagnosis at the end of Sept. 2023 with invasive ductal cancer + one positive lymph…
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New diagnosed and beginning treatment
Hi. I'm brand new to this site, and unsure about its inner workings and information sharing. But I am definitely just looking for support and information from others with similar experiences. I was diagnosed a week and a half ago with Triple Negative IDC breast cancer, stage 2, possibly 3. After a week of MRI's, CT scans,…
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New to breast cancer
I am starting treatment for my stage 1 breast cancer next week and am having a hard time accepting that I will be losing my hair. I know the most important thing is my health, but it's still hard to accept. I am also having a lot of nervousness about the side effects. Also worried about how I will keep up with work even…
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cold therapy gloves and socks
I was told by my oncology doctor today that my chemo may cause neuropathy. She said they say to use ice before during and after treatment (15 mins. each time). I was looking into this and see Amazon sells them. Can anyone tell me if they have used them and if it seems to work? Thank you!
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Breast Cancer Treatment
I just found this chat room and am enjoying the comments as I am about halfway through my breast cancer treatment. I started chemo last November. I am 8 days post bilateral mastectomy due to inflammatory BC in my left breast and ductal carcinoma in my right breast (I hit the jackpot). After recovery, I had to undergo 30…
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Block Center in Skokie, IL
Hi I’m looking for feedback and info on the Block Center. Considering going there for chemo for second breast cancer. They’re a 90 minute drive for me. At Block I’d be getting the same chemo as other places. They recommend IV nutrition the day before or the day after chemo. There are a few- vitamin C, general nutrition,…
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Newbie with ER+ Her2+ IDC and DCI
I was diagnosed over a month ago with DCI and IDC. I am ER+ and HER2+. I just had a lumpectomy with sentinal node removal 5 days ago. None of my previous tests showed any lymph node involvement, but pathology will tell. I am to follow up with surgeon this Friday. My question?? I do not have a medical oncologist yet.…
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Tamoxifen vs Lupron
Hello - I have just begun Lupron and I will eventually add an aromatase inhibitor to my mix. I started with Lupron but I am wondering why so many people take tamoxifen instead. can anyone share with me the pros and cons of each and why someone may choose one over another? Many thanks!!!
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Expanders size
Stressed! My expanders are Allergen 500cc——Will these get to a DD? I figured I needed a 800cc to 850? Surgeon did a great job but panicking!!! I’m almost 6ft tall.
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Mastectomy
Hello: I had Invasive Ducto Carsinoma in 2012, HER2 +. Did 2 months of chemo, lumpectomy then radiation, they also removed 36 nodes. Cancer is back, 2024, same breast only it's HER2 triple negative. They want me to do 3 months of chemo, I've refused. I'm getting a mastectomy and removal of sentenial node on June 10th at…
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ATM gene
When I had my genetic testing done they told me that I had the ATM gene and I was just wondering if anyone else has heard of this?
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Bilateral mastectomy with onco type 20
My name is Michele. Back in 2006 when I was 53, I was diagnosed with stage 1 aggressive cancer. Surgeon did a lumpectomy and 6 weeks of radiation. Took Tamoxifen for 10 years, and I’ve been clear for 17 years. Then Covid hit. My husband had pulmonary embolisms, so I took the vaccine to help protect him. Then, this past…
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Is it true that you have to get your silicone implants replaced every 10 years?
A woman in the bc support group was talking about the fact that she really hated having to exchange her silicone implants every 10 years. It is what her ps recommended. But, she said if they were saline, she wouldn't have to? Is this true? If you have silicone you have to have a surgery every 10 years? Leeza
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Small tumor long scar
I recently had a Lumpectomy to remove a small Stage 1 IDC tumor (which I named Bad Boy) and have a 3.5 inch incision. ?? Just wonder what other women's experience was. Thanks! ☮️💕🙏 to you all!
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Does anyone have scar tissue or lumps under their lumpectomy scar?
I have noticed that I have one lump under my lumpectomy scar. It might have been there for awhile and I just didn't notice it. Is it probably just scar tissue? Do the rest of you have any scar tissue or are your incisions free of it? Leeza
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What the heck does triple postive estrogen mean??????
My dr told me the other day that my BC feeds off of estrogen. He said i'm triple positive. Is there other ladies in this group triple positive as well???
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Breast Shrinking 10 years later.....please help
Hi there. My mom is a 10 year IDC breast cancer survivor. She was treated with lumpectomy/rads/hormone therapy. She recently noticed the treated breast has shrunk in size. Could this be a late side effect of radiation all those years ago? She had a normal mammogram last week. I am worried this could be a new problem. Any…
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Lumpectamy
As I am getting older my breast is shrinking as NY unaffected one is drooping. Where can I get a comfortable bra to combat my problem?
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Enhertu and gas
hello, My mother has been experiencing gas pain during enhertu and the pain stays for about 10 days or more after the treatment. She is on nexium currently but it is not enough to relieve the pain. Is there any home remedies or medications that she can take that can relieve this side effect?
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Benefit of Radiotherapy after PCR & lumpectomy?
My wife was diagnosed with hormone positive stage 2 breast cancer around 8 months ago. She took an integrative approach to treatment including diet and lifestyle changes in addition to chemo. She was given a PCR following lumpectomy, her ongoing preventative treatments will include aromatise inhibitor and vitamin C…
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Triple negative breast cancer
Are there any other women out there with Triple negative breast cancer?
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Benefits of Radiation therapy following Lumpectomy and PCR.
I’ve created a new post as for some reason my replies to the earlier posts wouldn’t attach. Thanks RocDocVic. From GPT: What are the chances of recurrence of early stage breast cancer treated with TCHP and radiation therapy vs no radiation therapy, where the patient had a lumpectomy and achieved a pathological complete…
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Mom wants to stop chemo
I am so eager for some advice and guidance because I realize I have no idea what my mom is going through. I have no idea what it’s like to have cancer or go through chemo, and I’m struggling to know how best to respond so any thoughts or advice would be so much appreciated! I’m so scared to say the wrong thing or make…
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Chest pressure/tightness
Hello everyone! I am hoping someone can give me some advice. I had a double mastectomy 2 years ago, with no reconstruction. I have constant tightness across my chest and under my arms. It's like a tight belt around my chest. Sometimes with some burning sensations and a little soreness. My breast surgeon has been of no…
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Scared EVERYTHING is cancer
Hi! I’m brand new here. And I’m here specifically for emotional support. Here’s my story : I had double mastectomies in June 2023, after being diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer in May- (tubular carcinoma) at 41 years old. All of my yearly mammograms have always been clear - including the one I had just two months before…
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Port placement issues
today, they were going to put a port on the left side, but after 3 incisions said the catheter was too short?! WHAT? How is it too short? They put the port on the right. The left side of my neck is really hurting and swollen. I know it will be tender because they were in there, but the swelling has me concerned. of course…
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Breast Reconstruction Education
Hey everyone! I hope you're doing well! My friend is getting a breast reconstruction surgery, as she just had a breast mastectomy. Is there any resource she can refer to learn more about her options for reconstruction. Any leads will be great!
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Need recommendations- invasive ductoral carcinoma grade 3 - FISH Negative
Hi, I am recently detected with Left breast cancer. Invasive ductor Carcinoma Grade 3. Its harmone positive and Her 2 negative cancer. Fish report is negative. Cancer is spread to Lymph node. I had appointment with Surgeon and oncologist. They both have different opinion. General Surgeon recommendation is Chemo first…
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Anastrozole
Is there anyone that has decided not to continue with Anastrozole or any drug like it? I am seriously thinking of doing so after reading all the women with side effects. I went off while on vacation this past week (approval from doctor). I still have swelling in my right foot and ankle. It was much more swelling (huge)…
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Atypical Ductal Hyperplasia or DCIS....am really frightened
I just received my CNB results that states I have ADH. The core biopsy showed 2 areas that look suspicious. They took 6 samples from each area for a total of 12 biopsies. Now the surgeon wants to do 2 lumpectomies & hopes there's will be no DCIS or worse. There is mention of columnar cell atypia & flat epithelial atypia as…