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I was diagnosed with IDC HR+HER- stage 2B with one lymph node involvement Feb 22. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/825875/

Discussion: Invasive Ductal Carcinoma Stage 2 - Treatment Plan?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 14, 2023

Sue Ellen, what options were you offered re: radiation? I’m meeting with the radiation oncologist next...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/781700/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 6, 2022

I hate to admit I cannot remember if you told me about the pathology of your...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/656088/

Discussion: Heart pounding since diagnosed with cancer: What can I do?

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Nov 20, 2021

I’m 72 and had unilateral mastectomy with reconstruction 9 months ago ( same day surgery). The...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/779582/

Discussion: Mastectomies are not an option for those over 65???!!!

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 1, 2022

We regretted not taking the advice to get or rent a recliner for my bilateral mastectomy...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/690404/

Discussion: Advice on Taking Care of a Spouse after a Mastectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 17, 2022

I just saw this. There seem to be no precautions that I needed for the surgery....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/594050/

Discussion: Please share your experience with the Diep Flap Procedure

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 13, 2021

I wish I would have done the testing prior to treatments. I was diagnosed with triple...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/279930/

Discussion: Genetic tests available for breast cancer detection

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 25, 2019

Speedy recovery from your surgery. I will take some time though. It has been 6 months...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1142754/

Discussion: Bilateral Mastectomy with nipple & nerve sparing

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 17, 2024

In April 22 I had a partial mastectomy and at the same time breast reconstruction/reduction on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1075268/

Discussion: Small lump under skin of reconstructed breasts

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 26, 2024

My ultimate decision was to do an SMX with immediate DIEP flap reconstruction, going in on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1031379/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 10, 2024

I would like to ask others about timelines - how long after your diagnosis did you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/966417/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 17, 2023

I opted with delayed reconstruction since I am doing radiation now. They put expanders as the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/776785/

Discussion: Conflicting surgical opinions? What now?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 23, 2022

Hi @mnina I am sorry for your diagnosis. I was diagnosed September 27, 2024. Mastectomy October...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1263994/

Discussion: Breast cancer fear

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 22 9:51am

Hi,I'd strongly recommend a mastectomy.The fact that there is not one solid tumor,but several ones here...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1013881/

Discussion: Invasive lobular cancer and treatment choices

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 11, 2024

Diagnosed with TNBC in 2021 - turned out to be QNBC. I had 4 cycles of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/869858/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 31, 2023

I had a lumpectomy of a 4.2 cm ILC mass with a breast reduction/breast lift in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/840620/

Discussion: Does anyone have experience with a lumpectomy and a breast reduction?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 9, 2023

Theilmann1- you asked about course of treatment. I was stage 2A with 2.4 cm tumor. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/818346/

Discussion: Triple Negative Breast Cancer: What treatments are you having?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 27, 2023

Yes, I was able to raise my arm and to the side right away. I first...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/752101/

Discussion: What was your mobility after Mastectomy (and hygiene)?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 21, 2022

I had Micro calcifications that had changed over 3 years. Stereotactic biopsy failed to locate them...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/211238/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 29, 2019

I had a double mastectomy with expanders in February 2016 followed by chemo. Due to the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/208252/

Discussion: Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 13, 2018

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