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I've been on Arimidex for about five months, but I'm 81 years old and wonder how...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/219798/

Discussion: Aromatase Inhibitors: Did you decide to go on them or not?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 21, 2019

I'm almost 60 yrs old and had my first Zometa infusion this past October 2024 and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1232165/

Discussion: Experiences with tooth problems concurrent with Zometa treatments

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 8 10:48am

Hi I did not have to do chemo. Apr 2 will be 1 yr post radiation....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1266274/

Discussion: 1 Week vs 3 Week Whole Breast Radiation Schedule after Lumpectomy DCIS

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 25 7:55am

I had stage 1 right breast lumpectomy in 2017 followed by a month radiation along with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/775815/

Discussion: Anyone experienced delayed lymphedema after lumpectomy?

Support Group: Lymphedema

Posted: Nov 21, 2022

Hello - this is Mulkey 518 - In 2014 I had a lumpectomy (three (3) small...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/950935/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 20, 2023

Greetings @varalax. I totally empathize with your feelings about your diagnosis. I was totally in shock...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/658865/

Discussion: Ductal carcinoma in situ in one breast, lobular hyperplasia in other

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 1, 2021

Are you getting your care/treatment at Mayo? I am in Austin, TX, but flew to Mayo...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1210409/

Discussion: Ductal carcinoma. Can surgery cause cancer to spread?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 13 8:14am

I have been to see an occupational therapist trained in lymphedema, such as you have been...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/919571/

Discussion: Scar help? Anything to help them fade or smooth out?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 27, 2023

I'm coming in very late to this thread, but I'm so grateful I found it. Post...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1097508/

Discussion: Emotional aftermath following breast cancer treatment

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 1, 2024

Hi All! I also have/had ILC and when first diagnosed surgeon thought it felt/looked like a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/855309/

Discussion: Just diagnosed with invasive lobular carcinoma (ILC): Any advice?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 6, 2023

In 2004 I was diagnosed with advanced breast cancer, had chemo, lumpectomy, then radiation in 2005....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/816094/

Discussion: Radiation induced Brachial-Plexus Peripheral Neuropathy Patients

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 23, 2023

I should probably have added that my endocrinologist has said that my elevated liver enzymes (LFTs)...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1085226/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 12, 2024

I finished my radiation treatments Monday, Dec 4. I had 5 'regular' treatments and 4 'boost'...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/976998/

Discussion: Anyone had a Radiation “Boost”?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 8, 2023

@crichey Hello - I am so sorry to hear that you have joined the ranks of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/778657/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 29, 2022

I opted to have a simple mastectomy, so no radiation was needed. I was told that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1334279/

Discussion: Liquid biopsy and breast cancer - availability and insurance

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 24 1:15pm

Wow! I am SO glad I am on Mayo Connect and learning from all you women!...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1294834/

Discussion: Emotional aftermath following breast cancer treatment

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 2 8:57am

Hi @fashionmom. Sorry you are in the breast cancer club. I had the choice between a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1291801/

Discussion: Need Help on Bilateral Mastectomy or Lumpectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 28 9:13am

So doesn't menopausal status and age of diagnosis have something to do with the treatment plan?...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1119243/

Discussion: Oncotype below 15, but cancer returned

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 7, 2024

Yes I have a Lumpectomy , I have a ductal breast cancer Luminal A in Stage...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1101494/

Discussion: Really Hard Days ...

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 8, 2024

Yes your insurance will cover breast surgery and reconstruction ( including a non cancer breast should...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1046655/

Discussion: Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 7, 2024

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