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Breast Cancer

Advice on sleep meds anyone?
I'm in the midst of chemo and wondering how much sleep med. might be too much? I often walk around somewhat exhausted from lack of sleep, rather than take too much, but would love to hear some experiences from others...Am I wrong to think that taking Ambien or Atavan (generic name Lorazepam) more often now, could throw off…
Muscle spasms due to Neulasta?
Hey all. I've had my second chemo & will get #3 on Monday. This time around the overall fatigue & the aches & pains from the Neulasta were quite a bit worse. But the real problem is these very intense muscle spasms that I'm having in my back. I had them the 2nd week after treatment #1, but this time they're much worse. So…
Therapist Help
Hello. My husband was diagnosed last November with Stage IV breast cancer. Last Monday, the oncologist told us the tumors are resisting his current medication (Truqap) and he would need to go to a clinical trial or chemo. He's struggling with this news, and I think it would be beneficial for him to talk to a therapist…
Daily vitamins after radiation
I have just recently finished radiation and wondered when it is "safe" to start taking daily vitamins, D3 and calcium, again? I have an appointment with my onco in a couple of weeks and I know I could call but there are so many of you that are finished with radiation, I was hoping you could answer. Thanks.
Rare cancers
I’m searching for someone with a similar experience and looking for outcomes or impact on children due to any genetic components. Has anyone had two DIFFERENT primary breast cancers at the same time? I’m 37, diagnosed with invasive mucinous adenocarcinoma in my right breast and invasive ductal carcinoma with micrometastic…
Suggestions for sleep positions after lumpectomy
I'll be having a lumpectomy in 2 weeks, left side. I usually sleep on my stomach or left side. That's not going to work! Will I need to sleep on my back? Maybe sleep on a recliner? Any suggestions?
Breast Conserving Surgery vs full Mastectomy
I was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer that was caught early. 2 tumors less than 5cm in my right breast and 1 lymph node that is cancerous. I have completed 3 of 8 cycles of chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatment. I have a life changing decision to make about my options for surgery. Can someone please share…
Oral thrush and weak taste buds
hi everyone, my mother had oral thrush a while ago and it has cleared! however, she still cannot taste food as she did before. Is there any treatments or remedies we can try to clear this up?
Breast cac
I'm the the dad, 64. My daughter, 42, was diagnosed with Stage 2, Grade 3, NER+, ductile carcinoma in one breast. Chemo will start in 3 weeks. Why the wait? Is this normal? Does this put her at further risk, having to wait for treatment (abnormal, aggressive cells I was told)? Thank you.
Choices
Is anyone over 70, have alzeheimer's in family, and decide not to combat 3negative breast cancer? Not sure I want the battle and end up with alzeheimer's down the road. Dad had five sisters who had alzeheimer's end of life.
Faslodex/fulvestrant and tumor markers
hi everyone, my mother has breast cancer that has spread to her bones and liver. She is on enhertu and just recently the doctor has prescribed faslodex injection for her. She is on her third cycle of the injection and she did tumor markers test and it showed very high numbers. She has also finished 5 sessions of radiation.…
Got diagnosed with IDC
I just found out I have IDC and will have the lump removed in 2 weeks. After I will have to get checked and see if it moved anywhere else. What’s the best course of action? And is IDC curable?
Unilateral breast reconstruction
Hi, I am a breast cancer surviver and I am trying to make my mind about reconstration or not. I had a radical mastectomy 2 years ago and i am 44yo. I am too thin so the only option would be using an expansor and silicone implants. The thing is, i cannot find any restimonials of people wjo are actually happy with unilateral…
I'm so lost and confused
September 2024 I was diagnosed with melanoma and squamous cell carsanoma. I have mohs surgeries and excisions to remove them. Once the biopsies started taking place and the removal started taking place I began to have severe headaches on the left side of my head along with left ear pain,left jaw pain,and pain in the left…
Confused
I was diagnosed with bc 4 months after 2 brain surgeries to correct essential tremors. My feelings are all over the map. One minute I'm still in shock, the next I'm convinced I'm superwoman and can handle anything, the next all I can think is "damn, I've got cancer". Has anyone else experienced this? How long did it last?…
Metastatic TNBC
My cancer has metastasized to the left lung. I just completed 6 months of chemo and had a mastectomy last October. I was on Xeloda from December 2024 through April 2025. A biopsy last April of the nodule found in my left lung indicated that the breast cancer has metastasized. I am looking for information on what I…
Pregnancy
Has anyone that was diagnosed with Stage 4 breast cancer able to go into remission and able to have more children without the cancer coming back? This would mean taking the chance of stopping all medication to be able to carry the baby yourself. Or is it better and safer to go surrogacy route?
Rib pain
hi, anyone has any home remedies for rib pain? My mom has breast cancer with bone and liver mets, and she has been feeling pain in her right rib. If you guys could give me some home remedies or treatments for rib pain other than radiation that would be good! Thanks
Breast Cancer and TNF blockers
I am a two time breast cancer survivor (2003 and 2010) facing a difficult decision. In 2008 I was diagnosed with a rare and particularly aggressive form of rheumatoid arthritis, Palindromic Rheumatism that persists today. Unlike regular RA, this one does not cause joint damage but the attacks are more frequent and more…
Diep flap reconstruction
how long did anyone who had a physical job (I work in a kitchen) return to work after diep flap reconstructive breast surgery? I’m coming up on my 6 week follow this week at Dr and I’m nervous and having some issues about returning too early. About not being able work due to being on my feet all day plus it’s physical…
Diep flap/breast reconstruction surgery
good morning everybody, It’s been a little over four weeks since I’ve had my diep flap surgery. I seem to be healing OK, but noticed over the past couple of days, I have very bad lower back pain and sleeping has been an issue from when I got home from the hospital. I’m very itchy as well and I think that may be a part of…
Are the chat rooms down or just gone from the site? Anyone know?
The few times I have tried to get into the chat rooms, I can't. Is it just me or are they not working again?
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HR+ Her2-/Menopause Treatment Options
Hello, I have HR+/Her2- beast cancer, and the treatments have thrown me into instant menopause. Are there any non-estrogen-based over the counter meds/foods/natural things I can use to help? I'm in a lot of pain with the menopause itself on top of the cancer. At the same time, I don't want to take something that will feed…
ER+, HER2+ breast cancer. New here, Nervous, have questions
was diagnosed with Stage 1, grade 2 er+, her2+ breast cancer. No lymph node involvement. Very small. Lumpectomy, 16 rounds of radiation, currently doing immunotherapy (session 9 of 18)and on Letrozole. My reason for being nervous…..although protocol called for me to do chemo, my oncologist felt I would be a good candidate…
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…
Proton Therapy for Breast Cancer
Anyone know of any proton therapy for early stage breast cancer?
Acupuncture for breast cancer stage 4 patient
hello, did anyone try acupuncture? And did it help?
Heavy feeling of legs
Hi, my mother has stage 4 breast cancer and the cancer has metastasized to the bones and liver. She is currently on enhertu, but she has been feeling heaviness and numbness in her legs. Is that a normal side effect of the medication or should we be worried? Also if anyone is experiencing this please give us solutions if…
Wife breast cancer
I have been taking care of my wife with stage 4 breast cancer the last 4 years. Is there such a thing as chemo brain. She can be nice to everyone but me. Been married 41 years. anything I do is wrong and we argue often or I just listen to it. am I doing something wrong? Any comments/suggestions welcome.

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