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I too am curious on the drugs given after surgery and radiation. I am post menopausal...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/880500/

Discussion: Why are dosages for estrogen suppression drugs one-size-fits-all?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 18, 2023

Sugar can be a major source of anxiety and fear for people with cancer. There is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/842202/

Discussion: Mouth Sores from chemo: When do they go away?

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Apr 12, 2023

I don't know if you're oncologist was just citing her own personal policy or what, but...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/747034/

Discussion: How important is taking hormone blockers after surgery for IDC?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 8, 2022

I'm not taking the AI's because of the side effects and do get my estrogen levels...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/86911/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 28, 2019

I have had breast cancer twice and have had bilateral lumpectomies at different times. After finding...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/46232/

Discussion: Please share your experience with the Diep Flap Procedure

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 1, 2020

I used to teach special education- but stopped 5 years ago- I do not work now.I’m...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1319954/

Discussion: Is anyone struggling with emotional issues?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 4, 2025

Thanks Colleen for reaching out and for the info on the Head and Neck Support Group....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/820561/

Discussion: BI-RADS3, BRCA2/ATM Mutation,breast/ovarian cancer Hx 2nd opinion

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 4, 2023

baby, being new to all of this I am at a disadvantage to others who offer...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/262621/

Discussion: Metastatic breast cancer, in bones: Trouble eating

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 14, 2019

I was diagnosed with DCIS No invasive cancer low to medium grade DCIS In January couldn’t...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/929944/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 14, 2023

I too am TNBC and BRCA2+, I made a chemo bag that had snacks, candied ginger...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1199411/

Discussion: Stage 3 triple negative breast cancer: How to prepare for first chemo?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 29, 2024

I am 20 plus years survivor of breast cancer, DCIS. I had a lumpectomy and radiation...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/196713/

Discussion: Fear of radiation after lumpectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 20, 2018

I have been taking anastrozole for 6 months following a Grade One ductal carcinoma removal via...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/807149/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 6, 2023

My diet has changed in that I don’t eat out as much. Mostly now because after...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1102217/

Discussion: Have you changed your diet post breast cancer?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 9, 2024

@auntieoakley thanks for your reply. Yes, I am safe in terms of my mental health status....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/751137/

Discussion: Emotional aftermath following breast cancer treatment

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 18, 2022

Thank you for your inquiry @lifetraveler . I had over 2 years on Libtayo infusions with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1012674/

Discussion: My body's immune system after cancer

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 9, 2024

When first diagnosed, before surgery, I set up a meeting with.a nutritionist at the cancer center....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1099560/

Discussion: Have you changed your diet post breast cancer?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 5, 2024

I am sorry that this turned out this way, I had hopes that this wasn’t cancer....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1297234/

Discussion: Invasive Ductal Carcinoma (HR+PR+HR2-)

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 5, 2025

Thank you for this post. This is almost exactly my story. I had a double mastectomy,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/756655/

Discussion: Letrozole and checking estrogen levels

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 3, 2022

I also had a mom and sister with breast cancer and did the genetic testing. Everything...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/220069/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 25, 2021

Hi Linda, I am with you! The regular medical professions these days are very narrowly focused,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1038025/

Discussion: Breast Biopsy: Core Needle vs. Fine Needle Biopsy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 21, 2024

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