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I have the same thing. I had massage for lymphedema in my arm and it improved...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1004530/

Discussion: Abdominal swelling/bloating after a double mastectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 27, 2024

I understand But I feel one size doesn’t fit all If I hadn’t researched the possibility...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1003073/

Discussion: Has anyone taking Tamoxifen experienced heartburn with abdominal pain?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 24, 2024

Protect yourself against Covid because it reduces T cells. Mask…..

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1000325/

Discussion: T cells used to track tumor cells to prevent metastatic disease

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 19, 2024

Collect as much information as possible before you make a decision. As you are in perimenopause...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/999491/

Discussion: ER positive breast ca preventative hysterectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 18, 2024

I hit my 5 year & my doctor refused me the BCI test - which I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/991223/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 4, 2024

Thanks for posting its interesting to see how different dr.consultant /surgeons are im in the UK...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/979118/

Discussion: DCIS breast cancer?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 12, 2023

I agree with your line that f thinking as a breast radiologist told me the MRI...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/955869/

Discussion: Were you anxious before your first post-surgery mammogram?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 29, 2023

I'm glad you are seeing OT soon. I think mine saved me! She helped me get...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/953553/

Discussion: Thyroid Nodules found 2 years after breast cancer radiation treatment

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 25, 2023

I see a lot of literature emerging about less intrusive treatment plans for women 70-over w/...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/948535/

Discussion: Conflicted on taking medication

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 16, 2023

I started with PT prior to my Mastectomy in Nov 2021 and continued following placement of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/942915/

Discussion: Anyone experience Radiation Fibrosis? What helps?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 6, 2023

Hi, I recently had my reconstruction. Unfortunately my lumpectomy was not a small incision. It totally...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/938538/

Discussion: Anyone have Mastopexy (Breast Lift Surgery) after Lumpectomy?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 29, 2023

I used the cold mittens and socks religiously with taxol treatments and still ended up with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/919741/

Discussion: Share your experiences with cold capping, socks and mitts & chemo

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 27, 2023

I also have a severe problem with hair loss. i had chemo and loss all hair...

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Discussion: Eek! My hair is falling out!

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 1, 2023

@joannemm30809 the answer to your question is it depends. There are many types of chemotherapy, and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/905455/

Discussion: Are side affects of chemo and radiation that bad?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 31, 2023

Hi I’m taking Astrazole the generic of Arimidix . Not terrible joint pain ( mild-moderate) no...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/904780/

Discussion: Anastrozole: Hand tremors? Trigger finger? Foot numbness?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 30, 2023

excellent advise - it's also good to know what you have so as research into you...

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Discussion: I’m new, concerned, NERVOUS and worried NO Diagnosis

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 14, 2023

It's probably not offered as an option since tamoxifen is the main drug in studies, but...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/893455/

Discussion: Upcoming biopsy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 10, 2023

@windyshores Thanks for the response. You make a good common sense point about the side effects...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/889886/

Discussion: Letrozole and checking estrogen levels

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 4, 2023

Hi @chickenmom10 I take Kisqali for MBC (2.5 years so far). The other two choices were...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/886922/

Discussion: Deciding whether to go on abemaciclib (brand name Verzenio)

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 29, 2023

I had a unilateral mastectomy in March 2023 but I was diagnosed July 2020. I have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/885293/

Discussion: Deciding if I should do bilateral or double mastectomy??

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 26, 2023

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