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I had a pain that I describe as a gripping pain, similar to a pinch. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/914291/

Discussion: Anyone have breast aching, stinging as only symptom of breast cancer?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 16, 2023

@mari Read up on Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act- reconstruction should be covered. Google pictures...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/312767/

Discussion: Anyone have fat necrosis after breast reconstruction?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 5, 2020

Hi thanks for the information, I have never heard of partial Masectomy what is that? Did...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/208273/

Discussion: Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 7, 2020

Hello. I had reduction right after my lumpectomy had drains on both sides due to a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/924827/

Discussion: Worried about upcoming reduction (had lumpectomy 3 weeks ago)

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 5, 2023

I had a mastectomy of the right breast at age 43, with no reconstruction or implants,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1309534/

Discussion: Follow up for mastectomy patient with regards to reccurence

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: 10 hours ago

Is it strange that I feel like the double mastectomies, reconstruction and radiation were “easier” than...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1054703/

Discussion: Emotional aftermath following breast cancer treatment

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 21, 2024

Hello there- I had a double mastectomy at Mayo Clinic Phoenix on June 20, so just...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/925157/

Discussion: Nipple Sparing Mastectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 6, 2023

I see this post is 2 years old. That said, i have a breast cancer reoccurrence...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1194348/

Discussion: Anyone have low estrogen (ER) breast cancer (PR-, HER2-)?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 20, 2024

@rhongirl, I just had to augment the title of this discussion with your words "I made...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/732525/

Discussion: Final Revision Surgery: My "I made it" moment

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 30, 2022

@dondon1 Another patient shared this information about a surgeon, Dr. Kaufman, who does a nerve graft...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/962563/

Discussion: Phrenic Nerve damage and paralyzed diaphragm: Anyone else have this?

Support Group: Lung Health

Posted: Nov 10, 2023

The waiting will be soon be over for you. I felt so much better to have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/826356/

Discussion: Invasive Ductal Carcinoma Stage 2 - Treatment Plan?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 15, 2023

Hi. Thank you for replying so quickly. I had breast cancer, (Triple Negative) 20 years ago....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/778658/

Discussion: Mastectomies are not an option for those over 65???!!!

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 29, 2022

Hello ladies I got reconstruction but many of my friends chose to stay flat . There...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/107254/

Discussion: Chose not to get breast reconstruction

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 11, 2016

I was finally able to have my reconstruction a week ago. Took over two years due...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1157170/

Discussion: Radiated breast remains smaller and harder post reconstruction

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 14, 2024

I found the recurrence myself. My chest is pretty bony since no reconstruction. I felt a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/888769/

Discussion: To boost or not to boost

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 2, 2023

Hi Kelly - I also had DCIS with nipple sparing bilateral mastectomy with direct reconstruction +...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1145164/

Discussion: Bilateral Mastectomy with nipple & nerve sparing

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 21, 2024

I had a skin sparing masectomy, and have a bulge in my underarm area. It is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/812943/

Discussion: Bulge under arm after skin sparing mastectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 17, 2023

I am having the same issues as nlb122 at Mayo in Phoenix.. I am having to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/795073/

Discussion: HER2- and ER/PR+

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 10, 2023

Mastectomy recovery was good and bad. Incisions healed well. I had drains in for 3 weeks...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/797797/

Discussion: Anyone had a prophylactic mastectomy for ADH diagnosis?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 16, 2023

I was really surprised at his well I did psychologically after the surgery. My breast (only...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/911521/

Discussion: Can someone who’s had a mastectomy share the psychological effects ?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 11, 2023

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