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How did you know you had lymphedema in your belly? Had my bilateral in October and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1282714/

Discussion: Recently developed lymphedema: Any recommendations on what to do?

Support Group: Lymphedema

Posted: Apr 15, 2025

@ppeg most of us w/ ER+ cancers who have double mastectomies also do hormonal meds. Are...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1224342/

Discussion: Ductal carcinoma. Can surgery cause cancer to spread?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 29, 2025

I had bilateral mastectomies and originally thought I would not have reconstruction (because of my irradiated...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/324524/

Discussion: Bilateral Mastectomy without Reconstruction Recovery Timeline

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 14, 2020

I want to try it but am on Orsertu right now for ERS1 DNA variant with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/940570/

Discussion: DS-8201 for metastatic breast cancer?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 2, 2023

It's okay, rant away! My husband does all the housework, grocery shopping, and cooking. I feel...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/892090/

Discussion: Direct to Implant and Reconstruction Same Day

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 8, 2023

@kruzin I was hoping you could share which route you went with. I just went with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/760527/

Discussion: Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 13, 2022

@wpglea I had mastectomies and went "flat." I switched from generic anastrazole to brand name letrozole...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/890861/

Discussion: Side Effects of Anastrozole - bone loss

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 6, 2023

Same here! Flat chested and wasn’t interested in the reconstruction. I am turning 47 this April....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/823123/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 8, 2023

@sandyjr Sandy - you're right about mastectomy. Although I wasn't full mastectom, mine was "partial" which...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/333455/

Discussion: Mastectomies are not an option for those over 65???!!!

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 24, 2021

I choose not to take them. I'm 66 and want the most out of life. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1270093/

Discussion: Looking for research re: taking AI drugs vs not taking them

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 30, 2025

Wow so proud of you to have done that 28 years ago I wish I would...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/107260/

Discussion: Chose not to get breast reconstruction

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 12, 2016

I have a long and complicated history, cut to the chase is that after my second...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1297489/

Discussion: Feelings on going “flat”.

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 5, 2025

Hello courageous,brave,woman Keep driving the bus! I had a double mastectomy last October and I am...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1121309/

Discussion: Lumpectomy or mastectomy that is the dilema. Any insight would help.

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 10, 2024

I just found out I have a small cancerous mass in my breast. They recommend a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1507554/

Discussion: Mastectomy: What do you wear after the compression bra?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 16 4:56pm

I had a mastectomy in March on my right side and had 13 lymph nodes removed....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/880459/

Discussion: Abdominal swelling/bloating after a double mastectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 18, 2023

I have heard people with thicker hair have done well with the cold caps. My hair...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/866371/

Discussion: Anyone used anything that helps with chemo hair loss?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 25, 2023

@lauraho, do you want radiation or mastectomy. I think it comes down to that. Some folks...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/775109/

Discussion: Conflicting surgical opinions? What now?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 19, 2022

Hi kato902, thanks for your response! In the same breast I have ALH, focal flat epithelial...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1123323/

Discussion: Anyone with Pseudoangiomatous stromal hyperplasia (PASH)?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 14, 2024

@triciaot Oh Lord, I feel the same !!! back to school i go. some people think...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1496248/

Discussion: Newly Diagnosed DCIS Stage 0, Grade 2: Still reeling

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 2 10:03am

I understand that this is different than reconstruction, but there is at least one company, ABC,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1494337/

Discussion: Researchers designing Custom Molds for Breast Reconstruction

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 30 2:44pm