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Something to consider - latest research is saying a functioning lymph system can be effective in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1428113/

Discussion: Radiation after single mastectomy (SMX): What were your after effects?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 1, 2025

Hello... On September 15, 2017 I had a left side mastectomy with 27 lymph nodes removed....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/170161/

Discussion: Post Mastectomy Pain Syndrome: How are you coping?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 23, 2018

I’m 60, had lumpectomy and breast reconstruction at the same time- they called mine an anchor-...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1031504/

Discussion: Anyone else have lumpectomy followed by breast reduction?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 11, 2024

@cindylb, welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. This is a gathering place of individuals who are trying...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/284961/

Discussion: Cellulitis and Sepsis just released from the hospital

Support Group: Skin Health

Posted: Dec 2, 2019

Yes. I have a theoretical "risk of loco-regional (aka anywhere in the body) breast cancer recurrence...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/699656/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 16, 2022

I was diagnosed with LCIS six years ago and Invasive Lobular Cancer four years ago. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/257097/

Discussion: The math of invasive breast cancer risk for LCIS

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 7, 2020

@gina5009 thanks for sharing your amazing survival/success story. You are like the bionic woman now with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/837846/

Discussion: Bilateral Mastectomy without Reconstruction Recovery Timeline

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 5, 2023

I am at the five-year mark post mastectomy, right side only, hormone positive both ER plus...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1098780/

Discussion: Emotional aftermath following breast cancer treatment

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 3, 2024

Thank you for sharing your path. I'm so sorry you had to go through that. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1052552/

Discussion: Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 17, 2024

Thank you for your reply. I hope I did not upset you with my question. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/262377/

Discussion: BP, IVs and blood draws after bilateral breast cancer w/node removal

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 19, 2019

Hi there I'm so sorry you're on this path. I took have the CHEK2 gene mutation,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/955723/

Discussion: New here with DCIS and gene mutation

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 29, 2023

Hi! I’m 48, stage 2A IDC/DCIS, ER/PR +, HER2 - grade 3, Oncotype 20, diagnosed 8/21....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1001105/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 21, 2024

I was diagnosed with LCIS at age 49, took tamoxifen for 5 years. During that time...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/732301/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 30, 2022

I had the same - it doesn't always turn into cancer, but it can. Whether it...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1376952/

Discussion: Biopsy shows atpical hyperplasia in left breast: Can I avoid surgery?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 22, 2025

It amazes me that the medical profession is lacking in knowledge about lymphedema...especially the cancer health...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/244215/

Discussion: Bilateral breast cancer w sentinel node removal: Lymphedema prevention

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 17, 2019

I opted not to do reconstruction and I'm happy with my decision. I got the prosthetic...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/208241/

Discussion: Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 8, 2018

I am having a hard time with the site today (could very well be me). Anyway,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/160635/

Discussion: What can I expect having a Mastectomy of left breast

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 20, 2017

Hi @diamonddog Are you saying you already have lung scarring before radiation? I had 37 radiation...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1342255/

Discussion: Radiation/fibrosis ick, anything at ALL I can do to prevent/reduce it?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 6, 2025

O yes! Many here are with you. I'm repeating this with Exemestane. It takes 50 hours...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1005124/

Discussion: Switching AI's

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 28, 2024

Yes, I did change the surgeon before the mastectomy. Because he didn't explain any surgical details...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1454823/

Discussion: Has anyone here changed their surgeon before having a mastectomy?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 6, 2025

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