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Hi and thx for sharing! May I ask what stage you are? My MO is at...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1202429/

Discussion: Signatera Test. Is it truly helpful and worthwhile?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 2, 2025

Hello! So this is my story. 2012 DCIS grade 0. I wanted a double mastectomy, I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/943408/

Discussion: Lumpectomy vs mastectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 7, 2023

@colleenyoung Sorry for the delay. I’m just getting over a really bad sinus infection. Well I...

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Discussion: Haven’t been diagnosed, patiently and anxiously waiting.

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 28, 2023

Hi I am new here. Breast Cancer 3.5 years ago. Stage 1 Hormone Positive/Her Negative. Lumpectomy...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/819857/

Discussion: CA 27-29 numbers rising: Does anyone else have an issue like this?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 2, 2023

You do not have to taper, it will slowly leave your system. I took it for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1605624/

Discussion: Stopping anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 24 9:14pm

Your comments have been so helpful! I have been on anastrozole for 2 years following lumpectomy,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/851939/

Discussion: Anastrozole and bladder pain

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 30, 2023

I feel you. I had a double lumpectomy with radiation. I managed 6 months, off and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/746566/

Discussion: Breast Cancer and Neuropathy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 7, 2022

I think dealing with fear is such a huge part of having cancer. I was diagnosed...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1242929/

Discussion: Breast cancer fear

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 22, 2025

Hi, Here is my experience so far. I have stage 3 ILC, pre-diebetes, and with osteoporosis....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1226355/

Discussion: Anyone taking a CDK4/6 inhibitor?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 31, 2025

Hello Kandisn- I don't know what year you did this lumpectomy. The only date I see...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1315180/

Discussion: Stage 1, very treatable invasive lobular carcinoma

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 28, 2025

I’m 69, also diagnosed with DCIS grade 2, stage 0 in 2022. I had a lumpectomy,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1000900/

Discussion: DCIS and Sjogrens

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 20, 2024

My doctor gave me some percentages regarding recurrence for IDC, Stage 1a as follows: Lumpectomy only...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/988290/

Discussion: Opting out of radiation or chemo

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 29, 2023

I had IDC found during routine check. Diagnosed in May 2018. I had a lumpectomy with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/601054/

Discussion: Invasive ductile breast cancer: What should I expect?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 11, 2021

Good morning, I’m sorry you are going through this. I personally know the feeling. I was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/795129/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 11, 2023

Thank you for a thorough and quick response! I had a clear MRI before the surgery...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1322766/

Discussion: Cancer cells floating in the chest wall area

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 8, 2025

Hi! I went with a second lumpectomy and radiation. I am happy with the results, and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1281906/

Discussion: I have LCIS, anyone else?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 14, 2025

I've mentioned that to the head of the dept. The patient needs more education and it...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1183945/

Discussion: Anyone having right breast radiated and holding breath?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 3, 2024

I’m glad your surgery went well and there are no complications. You have been well prepared...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1263145/

Discussion: Triple Negative Breast Cancer: What treatments are you having?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 21, 2025

@frogjumper : I was “lucky” enough that I only needed lumpectomy, no radiation and chemo. Plus,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/786816/

Discussion: Family and friends reactions to diagnosis

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 20, 2022

I took anastrozole for five years. My oncologist told me it was my decision but she...

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Discussion: Completing 5 years on Anastrozole: Did you continue or stop after 5?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

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