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You can take anabolics afterward but effectiveness is reduced by about 1/3 (see Dr. Ben Leder's...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1024106/

Discussion: Early stage breast cancer put on bisphosphonate (Zometa)

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 28, 2024

@ellerbracke I took the full 2.5mg every day for 5 years. My doc was okay with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1020316/

Discussion: Letrozole: When will I start feeling/seeing side effects?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 22, 2024

Turbulence can be a problem at times. But, as with most such things, you learn to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1001249/

Discussion: How do I get a Second Opinion (cancer)?

Support Group: Cancer

Posted: Jan 21, 2024

I found side effects kicked in more at 3 weeks and then a new level at...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1001116/

Discussion: Tamoxifen side effects

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 21, 2024

According to Harvard Health, 3-1-23, getting vaccinated reduces one's risk of ending up with long Covid.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/986011/

Discussion: COVID-19 Vaccine and Breast Cancer

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 24, 2023

I’m over 4 years on Anastrazole and have had no issues with it. I was post-menopausal...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/978937/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 12, 2023

Welcome, @knorman059. It can be challenging to know what to do with genetic information. I understand...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/977341/

Discussion: RAD50 c.1245+2C>G mutation

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 8, 2023

I’m a Signatera client. Company is Natera . They Obtain a sample of BC tumor or...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/973133/

Discussion: Signatera Test. Is it truly helpful and worthwhile?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 1, 2023

My understanding is that AIs cut the possibility of recurrence by 60%. My oncologist- world renowned-...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/959272/

Discussion: Conflicted on taking medication

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 5, 2023

Yes it is being done for breast cancer!!! Cuts your recurrence risk down, so much easier...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/954162/

Discussion: Deciding on radiation or not

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 26, 2023

I had a recent PT assessment for Stage 1 lymphedema (truncal/axila)following a lumpectomy and radiation earlier...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/950138/

Discussion: Pain and tightness axila to bottom of rib cage

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 19, 2023

Suzanne Somers was often criticized for spreading misinformation about various health and wellness claims, including her...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/948728/

Discussion: Anyone know what kind of treatment Suzanne Somers got over the years?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 16, 2023

A doctor should have told you in advance about the Oncotype, which is now done on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/947799/

Discussion: Anyone else blindsided by oncotype testing?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 14, 2023

Hello, so sorry to hear about all you are dealing with! I had pretty severe chemo...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/932376/

Discussion: Lip blister from chemo: how to soothe or prevent them?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 19, 2023

Hi! Welcome to a community of wonderful women brought together by less than wonderful circumstances 🙃...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/930919/

Discussion: Just diagnosed with breast cancer. Not sure what to say or expect

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 16, 2023

I was on Anastrazole for 2 months, could not stand the side effects and was not...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/919629/

Discussion: Anastrozole: How long do side effects last once you've stopped?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 27, 2023

So mine was pretty much IN the cleavage- I mean, looking at the MRI it's practically...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/919003/

Discussion: Location of tumor: Anyone had breast tumor in lower inner quadrant?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 26, 2023

How it appears to me and I am new to Medicare, I have Parts A &B...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/912241/

Discussion: Checkups and the Medicare Wellness visit

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 13, 2023

I wanted to update all. I talked to my oncologist, since I've had bc twice now,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/905814/

Discussion: Anyone else not in menopause after stopping Zoladex?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 1, 2023

I saw a breast surgeon in San Diego, he said 15% chance . I have 2...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/900816/

Discussion: What % of women with ADH contract breast cancer

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 23, 2023

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