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I also wondered about the safety of a needle biopsy, pondering that the process itself might...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/816233/

Discussion: Locator clips placed during lumpectomy for radiation therapy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 23, 2023

Your D3 is way too low. This can contribute to bone loss and other health issues....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/761461/

Discussion: Breast Cancer/Osteoporosis/Heart issues? How to decide on which meds??

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 15, 2022

I wrote a really long response, which won't post. Basically, as a 78 year old b.c....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1085225/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 12, 2024

Just saw your response. I never had an MRI - they never suggested it. I do...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1150951/

Discussion: Staying positive: How do you do it?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 2, 2024

Hi @mkefighter ! I had the DEIP Flap done on my right breast. For my first...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1121672/

Discussion: DIEP Breast Reconstruction

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 11, 2024

Hi! I know I'm late to the party, but I'd love to join in! Losing my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1029892/

Discussion: It's been 3 months since chemo ended. Can anyone share hair pics?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 8, 2024

Sue Ellen, My scenario is same as yours, but I don't want radiation. I also don't...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1000108/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 19, 2024

I was diagnosed at 80 this year with DIC had a partial mastectomy and a MRI...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/948365/

Discussion: Conflicted on taking medication

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 16, 2023

Waiting is so difficult--I am very sorry to hear of this. I looked up what NIHS...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/904310/

Discussion: Why such delays for breast biopsy. How long did you wait?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 29, 2023

Hi Kristi, I had a very similar diagnosis,same surgery,followed by chemo and radiation(it was a bit...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/765119/

Discussion: Breast cancer spread to lymph nodes. Would you choose chemo?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 25, 2022

I want to but I don't know how. I asked my surgeon in an email what...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/665693/

Discussion: Deciding whether to go on abemaciclib (brand name Verzenio)

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 27, 2021

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

I need to add in i had a dbl mastectomy at the COH in Duarte Cal....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1195228/

Discussion: No sentinel lymph node removal with early-stage breast cancer?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 22, 2024

I admire you for giving it all such a good try! I'm with you even though...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1029853/

Discussion: stop the madness

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 8, 2024

So sorry about your turmoil. It is overwhelming. I had LCIS and ADH at age 41....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/876670/

Discussion: Diagnosed with DCIS: How do I decide on treatment?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 11, 2023

Anastrazole????. Hi, I am new to this site. I had stage one breast cancer. A lumpectomy...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/812018/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 15, 2023

I’m sorry, I’m on the west coast, in Spokane, Wa. Her oncologist told me that plant...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/795737/

Discussion: Breast Cancer and complementary or integrative therapies

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 12, 2023

toomanyquestions I did not read all the posts in this thread as they're very dated. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/770768/

Discussion: Bilateral Mastectomy without Reconstruction Recovery Timeline

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 8, 2022

I was diagnosed last year with stage 3B tumor (4 cm), HER2 positive. I found the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/758473/

Discussion: Breast cancer-free anniversaries

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 7, 2022

4+ years before being diagnosed with BC, I had pain in the bottom of one breast....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/605458/

Discussion: Was your breast cancer misdiagnosed by a radiologist?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 28, 2021

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