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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

I had a double mastectomy and was relieved when I heard I didn't need radiation chemo...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1070637/

Discussion: Who Else Has Decided NOT To Have Implants or Reconstructive Surgery?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 19, 2024

In a post a few months ago, I stated I miss the old me before cancer....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/862536/

Discussion: Anyone feel devasted about how you look & feel? And guilty too?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 19, 2023

Oh, yes, that's exactly how I feel. I know they are recommending tamoxifen, but I am...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/821769/

Discussion: Lumpectomy with radiation vs mastectomy for stage 1 invasive plus DCIS

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 6, 2023

It was a fairly easy decision as I had three locations of DCIS spread out so...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/762440/

Discussion: Sparing mastectomy/Diep - What was your recommended follow-up?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 17, 2022

@rcmlee, welcome. Have you submitted a request for a second opinion at Mayo Clinic. If not,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/716899/

Discussion: Anyone diagnosed with Phyllodes tumor?

Support Group: Cancer

Posted: Jun 12, 2022

Oh my goodness! I cannot imagine living with itching that long. I am sorry this happened....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/710461/

Discussion: Breast rash

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 22, 2022

Hi @colleenyoung 😊 Thanks so much for bringing everyone into the conversation. I really appreciate it!...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/699460/

Discussion: Surgery to Remove Silicone Gel Inplants: What was your experience?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 15, 2022

I am thinking of doing ultrasound screenings following my preventative double mastectomy for LCIS. It has...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1386742/

Discussion: I have LCIS, anyone else?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 4, 2025

The first thing that I can tell you is you have to do what is right...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1169671/

Discussion: Diagnosed with ILC . Thoughts on bilateral mastectomy?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 7, 2024

I hope Hannah is well and respect if she is not comfortable sharing at this time....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/841068/

Discussion: Is breast architectural distortion reason to panic?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 10, 2023

I did not choose reconstruction, and despite the fsct that there sre some gradual adaptations to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/779784/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 1, 2022

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 was 60 yrs. I had DCIS 4cm and IDC. .7mm in left breast my cancer...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1316289/

Discussion: Newly diagnosed invasive ductal and lobular in right breast

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 30, 2025

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

I was just informed that I can not have reconstruction because of health issues: leukemia, blood...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1494585/

Discussion: invasive lobular carcinoma and invasive lobular in situ

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 30 11:31pm

@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

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