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@colorado73 You've been through a lot in a short time. In 2013, I had my ovaries/tubes...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/875150/

Discussion: Anyone else have CHEK2 gene mutation? And have had multiple cancers?

Support Group: Cancer

Posted: Jun 8, 2023

I had 3 lymph nodes removed when I had a mastectomy. 3 years ago. Since then...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/936545/

Discussion: Best doc to follow up on lymphedema?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 26, 2023

pray, Pray, and PRAY. I was told that the pressure caused by the lymphedema results in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1061379/

Discussion: Lymphedema Pain

Support Group: Lymphedema

Posted: May 3, 2024

You're asking the right questions, Poliana. Traditionally, when a sentinel node is positive, surgery to remove...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/756052/

Discussion: Expectations for Sentinel Node Injection

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 1, 2022

I had a necessary bilateral mastectomy with reconstruction early stage— Anastozole for 5 years + Prolia...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1142482/

Discussion: Lymphedema and does anastrozole cause swollen feet?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 16, 2024

elsie37 - This is a very interesting question and I hope we'll all get to see...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/211275/

Discussion: Anyone dealing with Atypical Ductal Hyperplasia (ADH)?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 22, 2019

@frogjumper I am under 5 feet and my breast size were quite large -- beyond DDs....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/814339/

Discussion: Breast reconstrution: Anyone also have a breast reduction?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 20, 2023

As info - in FEB 2025 had surgery to remove returned breast cancer in my lymph...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1347282/

Discussion: Has anyone had surgery for lymphedema? Successful?

Support Group: Lymphedema

Posted: Jul 13, 2025

Thanks for your response! I have been miserable. And the dermatologist just guesses. I have been...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1075930/

Discussion: Skin issues on Kisquali and Flasodex.. anyone have them?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 27, 2024

@lcr217 You are spot on. Besides lymphatic cording, it is also called axial webbing. I could...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/733075/

Discussion: TNBC: Pain in armpit, how do I ensure it's not cancer coming back?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 1, 2022

I opted NOT to have reconstructions because of the same reasons many above cited. That was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/247115/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 15, 2019

I had 32 axillary lymph nodes removed - 8 when we did the initial lumpectomy, thinking...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1254046/

Discussion: Fatigue worse after radiation: And still have fatigue, what helps?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 9, 2025

I had a lumpectomy (Invasive Ductal with Lobular Features) with 4 nodes removed (1 lymph node...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/770441/

Discussion: Anyone experienced delayed lymphedema after lumpectomy?

Support Group: Lymphedema

Posted: Nov 7, 2022

In my case, the radiation offered was a kind of post-surgery "clean up" of the excision...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/699856/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 17, 2022

I also chose radiation for lobular. I've been lucky and trust my team. They've always offered...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1411083/

Discussion: Anyone forego radiation? Research, personal experience, outcomes

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 8, 2025

@mamacita Thank you for following up with me! I've been recovering from the sepsis (made me...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/284971/

Discussion: Cellulitis and Sepsis just released from the hospital

Support Group: Skin Health

Posted: Dec 16, 2019

Posting some good news for a change (well, I hope). I have my FIVE YEAR post...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/219910/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 17, 2020

The bra put on me after my 12/22 lumpectomy and breast reconstruction was from Marena. That...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1082884/

Discussion: Anybody had the experiences of wearing compression bras post surgery?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 8, 2024

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1454370/

Discussion: mammogram ultrasound additional mammogram pics

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 6, 2025

I do not know what to do. My Onc sent me for CT scan with contrast...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/262798/

Discussion: How many of you have changed oncologists because you did not like the?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 28, 2019

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