Anyone have triple negative breast cancer with heart issues?

Posted by rosemelody @rosemelody, Feb 5 11:03am

I am 82 years old and have triple negative breast cancer with congestive heart failure. I am looking for others who have a condition like mine that have been treated with chemotherapy and immunotherapy or any type of treatment?

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Feb 9 4:39pm

Hi @rosemelody, you and your cancer team are wise to consider your history with congestive heart failure when choosing the right treatment for you. I believe @mssewest also had CHF when making treatment choices.

In addition to your existing condition, heart issues can be a concern with some treatment options. You may ask about a cardio-oncology specialist or department. Mayo Clinic offers a program to address heart problems associated with cancer treatment called cardio-oncology or for people who have a pre-existing heart condition when diagnosed with cancer. The Cardio-Oncology Clinic (https://www.mayoclinic.org/departments-centers/cardio-oncology-clinic/overview/ovc-20442193) evaluates people prior to cancer treatment and patients who have experienced side effects due their treatment, and can help evaluate treatment when you have both cancer and heart conditions.

Do you have access to a similar cardio-oncology program?