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I’m 61 and active- I had lumpectomy and reconstruction on both( girls look good), second surgery...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1057528/

Discussion: Life after Breast Cancer: What’s next?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 26, 2024

I had a DIEP flap procedure about 3 years ago. Unlike an implant, the DIEP is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/994911/

Discussion: Reconstruction implants or DIEP flap: How did you choose?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 10, 2024

I am five years out from my mastectomy which included removal of 19 lymph nodes, three...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1281983/

Discussion: Recently developed lymphedema: Any recommendations on what to do?

Support Group: Lymphedema

Posted: Apr 14, 2025

Thank you @astaingegerdm I knew was at risk for infection and had done quite a bit...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/284977/

Discussion: Cellulitis and Sepsis just released from the hospital

Support Group: Skin Health

Posted: Dec 17, 2019

The really sad part is we don't discover platforms like this one until after we have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1255004/

Discussion: Fatigue worse after radiation: And still have fatigue, what helps?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 10, 2025

I will be brief, speaking from my own experience. I bought a compression bra yet had...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1419989/

Discussion: How do you measure for a compression bra BEFORE double mastectomy?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 21, 2025

I had a double mastectomy and went flat. I use a prosthesis and nobody would ever...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/932646/

Discussion: Whom to see for true assessment of mastectomy surgery outcome.

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 19, 2023

How are you doing? I am not doing very well at all. I had fibrosis in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1082996/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 8, 2024

Hello, I am 4 months out of surgery double mastectomy and sentinel dissection (23 lymph nodes...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/726709/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 14, 2022

@fiesty76 -- one other suggetion, Fiesty, for your friend. She needs to be very careful about...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/292659/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 16, 2020

Fatigue is normal. I had pretty much the same issue. Also experienced nerve damage, massive scar...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1266577/

Discussion: Fibromyalgia and radiation

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 25, 2025

@windyshores I too am interested in hearing more about how various doctors are following ILC for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/732695/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 31, 2022

Oh man, my incision under my arm where lymph nodes were removed became infected and required...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/913560/

Discussion: How can this be?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 15, 2023

Yes, I had a sizeable lumpectomy in July 2024 and the packet of lymph nodes removed...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1445373/

Discussion: Has anyone developed breast lymphedema after surgery and radiation?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 23, 2025

@brightside21 I can tell you that insurance will cover some or all of the cost. They...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1444735/

Discussion: Has anyone developed breast lymphedema after surgery and radiation?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 22, 2025

Thanks for the reference to that study and all the reading associated with it. It's kept...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/788774/

Discussion: Newbie: diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC) triple negative

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 25, 2022

I am almost 16 years out since my mastectomy. 15 years since my tram flap. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/925250/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 6, 2023

If you use proton radiation, there is no damage to heart, lungs or any other part...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/872197/

Discussion: What Alternative can be used instead of Radiation Therapy?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 4, 2023

I have been on Letrozole for 1.5 years. First I got 3 trigger fingers in each...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1196568/

Discussion: Letrozole: Anyone have muscle pain as a side effect?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 24, 2024

Hello, I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2020. They took 16 lymph nodes from me!...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1165560/

Discussion: Has anyone had surgery for lymphedema? Successful?

Support Group: Lymphedema

Posted: Oct 31, 2024

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