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The statistic I was given today at my surgeons office was 40% recurrence without radiation and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/861931/

Discussion: Deciding on radiation or not

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 18, 2023

Hi Joy! You've already had your share of cancer stuff for sure. After reading your story,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/843275/

Discussion: Survivorship/Care after treatment

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 14, 2023

Is there any chance of infection? @celica this is not normal 10 days out. Please call...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/815086/

Discussion: Invasive Ductal Carcinoma Stage 2 - Treatment Plan?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 21, 2023

When I was diagnosed, two surgeons said mastectomy to the one breast and the chance of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/774943/

Discussion: Conflicting surgical opinions? What now?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 19, 2022

I saw 4 surgeons. One wanted lumpectomy with radiation and AI. She would not discuss any...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/770940/

Discussion: Bilateral Mastectomy without Reconstruction Recovery Timeline

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 8, 2022

Please help me. My doctors will not answer my questions. I even had a group of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/770690/

Discussion: Bilateral Mastectomy without Reconstruction Recovery Timeline

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 8, 2022

I have massive cording that started the day after my mastectomy and alnd. It's been there...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/257643/

Discussion: Cording / Axillary Web Syndrome (AWS)

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 1, 2020

@karendam have faith in your surgeons and radiologist and doctor! Otherwise ask questions and be knowledgeable!...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/87451/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 3, 2019

Hey there. Yes. I’m scheduled for bilateral mastectomy in 2 weeks. I had a cluster of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/211241/

Discussion: Anyone dealing with Atypical Ductal Hyperplasia (ADH)?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 2, 2019

Fifteen years ago I had a bilateral mastectomy with latflap reconstruction (looks good but doesn’t feel...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/170147/

Discussion: Post Mastectomy Pain Syndrome: How are you coping?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 25, 2018

After 3 weeks of being given little information at home and a botched biopsy, I went...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/160707/

Discussion: Seeking Qualified skilled Surgeons

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 25, 2017

Kruzin - I did opt for the bi lateral mastectomy because the first time I was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/208250/

Discussion: Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 10, 2018

I too am looking for a comfortable bra. I was diagnosed in August 2024 and had...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1210209/

Discussion: Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 12 9:33pm

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/883455/

Discussion: How can this be?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 23, 2023

Hi @meeshodge. I am sorry you’re going through this. In my own situation, the extensive round...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1195178/

Discussion: No sentinel lymph node removal with early-stage breast cancer?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 22, 2024

Wow, glad to hear you're doing okay now @cancerwifemom . Did you ever find out what...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1180211/

Discussion: Double mastectomy caused rare infection

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 26, 2024

Maybe look outside Mayo? There is that group in Louisiana that seems to specialize in repairing...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1163791/

Discussion: Reconstruction: Looking for recommendations for a surgeon at Mayo

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 28, 2024

I am so glad to know you yet I wish we never had to meet, considering...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1162746/

Discussion: Discouraged with lymphedema: How do you cope?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 25, 2024

Same here. Dont do the bilateral unless you know youre full comfortable with it right now....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1147523/

Discussion: Single Mastectomy: What will Recovery Time be like? How long?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 26, 2024

Hi @fronterae, I'm tagging fellow members @casa @flowergal and @katnotcat who I think may have experience...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1109534/

Discussion: Anyone with Pseudoangiomatous stromal hyperplasia (PASH)?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 21, 2024

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