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My lumpectomy (DCISstage0) was several years ago. As i recall, the recovery was uneventful. I opted...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/971103/

Discussion: Diagnosed with DCIS: How do I decide on treatment?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 27, 2023

I saw dr yesterday and he said it was ok to continue, radiation can cause tightness...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1176773/

Discussion: Breast Radiation: I feel very tight in rib area, anyone else?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 20, 2024

I had lumpectomy in January followed by 20 radiation treatments in March. I had no problem...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1336330/

Discussion: Has anyone taken Arimidex along with the Fulvestrant injections?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 27 10:57am

Hi Colleen, I spoke with the radiation oncologist today and he answered all my questions. According...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/788050/

Discussion: Worried, suspicious lesions found: Thought I was cancer free

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 23, 2022

They originally told me that I would need radiation either way. Now since having lumpectomy I've...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/821034/

Discussion: Lumpectomy with radiation vs mastectomy for stage 1 invasive plus DCIS

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 5, 2023

I had a lumpepctomy, chemo and radiation. Radiation was the easiest part. I went 5 days...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1005365/

Discussion: 7mm invasive ductal carcinoma

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 28, 2024

My radiation dr prescribed a steroid cream which was really effective, when Miaderm wasn't taking care...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1146476/

Discussion: Staying positive: How do you do it?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 24, 2024

They delayed radiation for 2 weeks. It has shrunk some. I go back tomorrow to the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/706549/

Discussion: Can radiation cause a hematoma to solidify?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 8, 2022

I was also given the choice of a mastectomy or lumpectomy, however, I had all ready...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1339605/

Discussion: Lumpectomy + radiation VS Mastectomy -- pros cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 2 9:24am

I had in ductal Ca and radiation but did not have your side effects. I did...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1073413/

Discussion: Radiation and nausea

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 23, 2024

If you had a double mastectomy, why do they want to do radiation? I have a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1013267/

Discussion: Radiation or not

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 10, 2024

This is what my radiation oncologist suggested that I use to help my skin, applying it...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/903913/

Discussion: Starting Radiation Treatment: Worried about side effects. Tips welcome

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 29, 2023

Hi @brighterdays, I hope you saw the helpful comments to your questions. Have you had radiation...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/898645/

Discussion: Radiation induced fibrosis: How are you managing it?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 19, 2023

Maybe you have an zero estrogen level too! I have never heard the oncotype test connected...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/86906/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 28, 2019

My lumpectomy for ILC was Dec 22 and I finished radiation in Jan 23. I too...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/922361/

Discussion: Lingering aches + pins & needles?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 1, 2023

Few people have mention holding breath during radiation, I also had to hold breath to help...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1024667/

Discussion: 7mm invasive ductal carcinoma

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 29, 2024

Thank you for sharing! I have also wondered what Radiation will be like. You said your...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/941390/

Discussion: Diagnosed with DCIS: How do I decide on treatment?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 3, 2023

I also have HER2 breast cancer. I have had only one breast taken, done radiation, and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/723453/

Discussion: Anyone decide not to do reconstruction after getting the expander in?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 4, 2022

Is there anything bad of radiation?

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1223462/

Discussion: Lobular Breast Cancer: Let's share and support each other

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 27 10:18pm

Thank you for replying! I had an appointment with the radiation oncologist and was told if...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1333835/

Discussion: Reconstructive at same time as lumpectomy, then radiation?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 23 11:24pm

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