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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 think all oncology docs have their own plan. My process was start with chemo to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/826072/

Discussion: Chemo first vs Surgery first?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 14, 2023

It turned out on my first lumpectomy that the lesion was both infiltrating breast cancer that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/211250/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 12, 2019

Oh my gosh, very grateful for your post! I was wondering about the other breast and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1121760/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 11 2:11pm

thank you i go today to meet with the surgeon and im pushing for a biopsy...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/770169/

Discussion: Suspicious area Bi-rad 2 or 3: Do I advocate for a biopsy or wait?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 7, 2022

Thank you @spinnerbait. I’m really scare about the surgical excision and I’d prefer not to do...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/795280/

Discussion: Bi-rad 4: Surgical excision recommended for me

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 11, 2023

Anastrozole seems to be the drug of choice in Australia for estrogen-fed breast cancers. My general...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1049189/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 11 7:24pm

Are you thinking of going to specific area / clinic for the surgery? Select a specialist...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/724409/

Discussion: Physician recommendations

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 7, 2022

We must have been typing at the same time. You must have a great plastic surgeon...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/728451/

Discussion: Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 19, 2022

Hi Colleen,thank you for your support.I am not having lymphedema condition.My surgeon had mentioned earlier that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/723649/

Discussion: What are warning signs of triple negative breast cancer recurrence?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 4, 2022

Hello, I am in the same shoe as you. My surgeon recommends taking tamoxifens 5mg daily...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/771943/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 11, 2022

My surgeon told me that they should never be taken unless you do gene testing to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/995581/

Discussion: Root Causes of Breast Cancer.

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 11 11:58am

It must be the allergy. I had a “SmartClip” placed in my tumor the week prior...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/826888/

Discussion: Surgery options: Is laparoscopy ever used for lumpectomy? Savi Scout?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 16, 2023

I have a seroma from last year's lumpectomy but neither oncologist nor breast cancer surgeon seem...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/758225/

Discussion: Breast cancer-free anniversaries

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 7, 2022

@sandyjr Hi, Sandy. The surgeon who performed your mastectomy would be the person with whom you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/315312/

Discussion: Sentinal lymph node biopsy after mastectomy.

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 29, 2020

vsunsine, It may take as long as 1 to 2 years for tissues to heal fully....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/662786/

Discussion: Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 15, 2021

I saw the surgeon first but in your case, with a positive lymph node, you might...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/978304/

Discussion: Diagnosed IDC with metastasis to lymph node: Who to see first?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 10, 2023

I have an appointment with the oncologist Monday, surgeon Wednesday. Yesterday my bone density test said...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1061261/

Discussion: PTSD after mastectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 3 8:13am

I am newly diagnosed too and it is very helpful to read everyone’s experiences. I meet...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/965937/

Discussion: Invasive ductal carcinoma, what should I expect?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 16, 2023

I feel for you too. That seems kind of ridiculous that the surgeon would give you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/931140/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 16, 2023

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