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If you are large-breasted and the radiation is directed to the underside of your breast the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1008477/

Discussion: What did you do to help radiation burn?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 2, 2024

I think the treatment for DCIS is generally the same as stage 1 which I had,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1008329/

Discussion: DCIS do I really need an AI?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 2, 2024

I had local recurrence, near scar after lumpectomy, 2.5 yrs after diagnosis of same (IDC, ER+),...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1000094/

Discussion: Anyone experience regional recurrence of stage 1 ER+ BC < 5 years?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 19, 2024

I had IDC stage 1 left breast, clear margins, ER+91-100%. My surgeon recommended meds + radiation,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/997486/

Discussion: Radiation or not

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 15, 2024

Try physical therapy massage to the area. About 3 months post radiation to my left breast...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/993981/

Discussion: What do you use for pain from radiation fat necrosis or calcification?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 8, 2024

I have chronic pain with fibro-like symptoms (but it is not an exact diagnosis for me)....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/993346/

Discussion: Tamoxifen and Fibromyalgia

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Jan 7, 2024

Stage 1a. Both IDC and DCIS. Margins were clear yet close. 20 rounds of Radiation. Nerve...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/991375/

Discussion: 24 years later

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 4, 2024

@flowergal - You are on the right track; do ask all of them - Remember that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/987915/

Discussion: DCIS breast cancer?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 28, 2023

ComfortSlings® are soft cushions on adjustable straps that tuck beneath the breast to keep the area...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/987144/

Discussion: Opting out of radiation or chemo

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 27, 2023

@kikay When he mentioned it, I was just praying it wouldn’t be needed! I feel like...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/981129/

Discussion: Repeat lumpectomy? And treatment decisions. Need advice

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 15, 2023

Will they have you wait a couple weeks to heal after surgery? I was supposed to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/976961/

Discussion: Anyone had a Radiation “Boost”?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 8, 2023

I did not know there was surgery for cording. I did have cording after my mastectomy...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/972638/

Discussion: Surgery for cording.

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 30, 2023

I would definitely go for PT. The pain in my armpit and at sentinel node did...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/968574/

Discussion: How long should I expect pain in armpit after removal of lymph nodes?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 21, 2023

I think it is normal for some people. I had a really hard time recovering from...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/967449/

Discussion: How long should I expect pain in armpit after removal of lymph nodes?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 19, 2023

Hi @deborahmontana I had bilateral total mastectomies (not radical thankfully, not skin or nipple sparing as...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/963444/

Discussion: Genetic testing...does anyone have the CHEK2 gene mutation?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 12, 2023

I just completed my 5 years of AI. YEAH!! It's a long journey - but you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/961623/

Discussion: Advice on Exemestane

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 9, 2023

I suspect mine is nerve pain, too. I haven't seen anyone for PT. I see my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/948089/

Discussion: Bra discomfort after breast cancer treatment: Tips?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 15, 2023

Hello, Yes! I can totally relate! Any bra I wear seems to irritate my Sentinel Node...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/948083/

Discussion: Bra discomfort after breast cancer treatment: Tips?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 15, 2023

I had left breast lumpectomy and sentinel node biopsy in December 2021 and a month of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/938869/

Discussion: Pain: Has anyone else experienced this?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 29, 2023

Hey there! Any trauma and or stress to your body can certainly exasperate your fibro symptoms....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/919510/

Discussion: What happens when all lymph nodes are removed from left chest area?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 27, 2023

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