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I am having a hard time with the site today (could very well be me). Anyway,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/160635/

Discussion: What can I expect having a Mastectomy of left breast

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 20, 2017

My rule of thumb, for what it's worth, is to not ignore any pain that I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/719087/

Discussion: New breast pain 20 years post lumpectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 20, 2022

I had a lumpectomy with sentinel node removal, radiation & chemo and have had major armpit...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/762460/

Discussion: TNBC: Pain in armpit, how do I ensure it's not cancer coming back?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 17, 2022

I am recovering from bc recurrence (local) and axillary dissection...you ask about the dissection, well to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/749930/

Discussion: stop the madness

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 15, 2022

I had the sentinel node removed. Due to the fact that my margins were positive as...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/170140/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 4, 2017

Thank you for asking this question. I also will be starting this medicine compounded. and am...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/846494/

Discussion: Aromatase Inhibitors & carpal tunnel and trigger finger: Anyone?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 20, 2023

Interesting you mention nerves. My cousin has had bilateral mastectomy‘s and I asked her if she...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/208267/

Discussion: Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 12, 2019

@mchler73 I had 28 regular plus 9 boost treatments for my recurrent breast cancer in my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/975920/

Discussion: Anyone had a Radiation “Boost”?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 6, 2023

I had radiation in February 2022 and started aromatase inhibitor in March. Some swelling developed soon...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1000760/

Discussion: Anyone experience regional recurrence of stage 1 ER+ BC < 5 years?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 20 3:26pm

@prc73 I was diagnosed with high grade 3 DCIS stage 1 with invasive carcinoma in August...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/959589/

Discussion: Anyone had DCIS high-grade diagnosis?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 5, 2023

It sounds like you've just been through a lot with two surgeries, radiation and shingles. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/844929/

Discussion: Painful lump/spots after lumpectomy not going away?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 18, 2023

I had breast cancer rt breast and lymnodes removed rt side 2004 had Radation then they...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/772387/

Discussion: Bilateral breast cancer with lymph nodes removed/how are you treated?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 12, 2022

Good morning Sam. If you saw my other comment, I'm not a fan of the CA27-29....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/785732/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 17, 2022

Hello Jane, I have to admit, by the time I scheduled my mastectomy, I had 5...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/914516/

Discussion: Anyone have sensation-sparing breast reconstruction?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 17, 2023

I suspect mine is nerve pain, too. I haven't seen anyone for PT. I see my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/948089/

Discussion: Bra discomfort after breast cancer treatment: Tips?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 15, 2023

Hello, Yes! I can totally relate! Any bra I wear seems to irritate my Sentinel Node...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/948083/

Discussion: Bra discomfort after breast cancer treatment: Tips?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 15, 2023

@frogjumper I am under 5 feet and my breast size were quite large -- beyond DDs....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/814339/

Discussion: Breast reconstrution: Anyone also have a breast reduction?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 20, 2023

@fiesty76 If your friend has lymphedema of her arm and/or breast, the physical therapist can teach...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/292654/

Discussion: Metastatic Breast Cancer (MBC): Help for Lymphedema and Cellulitis

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 15, 2020

I am in the exact same boat with diagnosis and treatment plan. I, too have had...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1075624/

Discussion: Anyone experience pain on one side wth placement of Tissue Expander?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 27 10:05am

Will they have you wait a couple weeks to heal after surgery? I was supposed to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/976961/

Discussion: Anyone had a Radiation “Boost”?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 8, 2023

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