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Hi! @beachbabe & Sue: I actually have been wondering the same question regarding the safest &...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1029104/

Discussion: Breast cancer treatment and osteoporosis

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 7, 2024

Hi. I was diagnosed at age 47 Stage 3 IDC PR/ER+ HER2- in 2018. Bilateral mastectomy,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/318694/

Discussion: Zometa (Zoledronic acid), should I take if not on AIs?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 12, 2020

The right breast is the one that did not work. It was a tiny 4 mm....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1082729/

Discussion: What is doctor supposed to do when sentinel lymph node biopsy fails?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 7, 2024

The diagnosis came in the late ‘90’ s when I was filing for the Dow Corning...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/325520/

Discussion: Anyone diagnosed with “atypical connective tissue disorder"?”

Support Group: Autoimmune Diseases

Posted: Oct 21, 2020

I had right upper extremity lymphedema following mastectomy in 2019. My journey with Lymphedema has been...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1106443/

Discussion: Pain, tenderness return 10 months after lumpectomy: What does it mean?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 16, 2024

Wow, Zebra - that genetic testing coming back positive for BRCA2 just in the nick of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1099997/

Discussion: Terrified over new diagnosis of breast cancer

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 5, 2024

I think that a "mature" (ok...old) woman will react differently to these toxic pills than younger...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1026405/

Discussion: When do side effects of anastrozole begin?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 3, 2024

Yes mine do. I didn’t want to bring it up bc you were asking about expanding...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/627293/

Discussion: Reconstruction expansion appointments

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 17, 2021

Sorry you are dealing with both ADH and ALH. I was diagnosed with ADH in Feb...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/211247/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 9, 2019

Hello @ kitty1952 I too have been dealing with cancer on a long term basis. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/181849/

Discussion: Going my way: Decided to stop cancer treatments

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 20, 2018

The one issue I see with doing surgery at one facility and changing medical care to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1159879/

Discussion: Local vs Mayo for treatment or both?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 20, 2024

Hi @allusernamestaken I was 7 years post double mastectomy when my breast cancer came back in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/866010/

Discussion: Changing Doctors for Followup: Who do I see?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 24, 2023

My situation was difficult in deciding implants vs. flat? Bilateral mastectomy was the way to go...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1291973/

Discussion: Need Help on Bilateral Mastectomy or Lumpectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 28 11:53am

DCIS 22 yr ago at age 48. L mastectomy (couldn’t get clear margins during lumpectomy). Got...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1320357/

Discussion: Anyone have permanent hair loss due to chemo + AI + older age?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 4 3:39pm

@jassafrass81 first of all take a deep breathe and try to remain calm. I know it’s...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/855531/

Discussion: Did anyone not have symptoms when they found a lobulated mass ?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 6, 2023

So glad you reached out to us in the forum. It takes tremendous strength and courage...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1075212/

Discussion: Small lump under skin of reconstructed breasts

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 26, 2024

in reply to slapshotmary @slapshotmary, Dec 27, 2021 -getting a 2nd opinion. I am with Honor...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1001340/

Discussion: How do I get a Second Opinion (cancer)?

Support Group: Cancer

Posted: Jan 21, 2024

If it’s at all helpful, I can tell you my husband loves my new breasts even...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/967462/

Discussion: My plastic surgeon at my last visit

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 19, 2023

@tessspike Hi and thanks for the hugs. Diet is absolutely something that can be worked on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/800733/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 23, 2023

Hello @nayade , It sounds like good news for your friend, a cancer likely caught early...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/760382/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 12, 2022

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