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@kamra i understand! I had two lumpectomies, followed by a mastectomy and then expander/implant exchange from...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/948432/

Discussion: Bra discomfort after breast cancer treatment: Tips?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 16, 2023

I’ve had ILC in 2017 treated with lumpectomy did not get clear margins so another go...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/940350/

Discussion: Radiation causing lung damage

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 2, 2023

Cathy, A BC diagnoses is a traumatic experience. You seem to have been through a lot...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/909970/

Discussion: Can someone who’s had a mastectomy share the psychological effects ?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 9, 2023

I was diagnosed with lobular HR+ breast cancer in 2004 at age 60, stage 3A, 7...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/732423/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 30, 2022

Thank you all for your input. I am also looking into having my silicone implants removed....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/701395/

Discussion: Surgery to Remove Silicone Gel Inplants: What was your experience?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 22, 2022

I am in NJ. I really feel like God led me to this man. He is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/336516/

Discussion: Please share your experience with the Diep Flap Procedure

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 4, 2021

I did choose a bilateral masectomy. I was diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma in the left...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/213910/

Discussion: ATM Gene Mutation and Care

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 20, 2018

I was also diagnosed with early stage invasive ductal and then on second opinion at Mayo,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1196293/

Discussion: Stage 1, very treatable invasive lobular carcinoma

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 24, 2024

Hi - I also had 5cm+ DCIS hormone negative with grade 3 diagnosis - we had...

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Discussion: How fast does DCIS spread?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 29, 2024

Hello I haven’t posted in awhile as I am finished with my extensive treatment plan at...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1064602/

Discussion: Life after Breast Cancer: What’s next?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 9, 2024

I had an oncology surgeon. I said I didn't want reconstruction and wanted to go flat....

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Discussion: Double mastectomy: Anyone have major side effects and/or regrets?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 7, 2024

I know that the last post in this conversation was in January but I'd like to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/945823/

Discussion: Just diagnosed with invasive lobular carcinoma (ILC): Any advice?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 11, 2023

These decisions are hard for sure. I opted for masectomy because tumor was close to chest...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/908828/

Discussion: Can someone who’s had a mastectomy share the psychological effects ?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 7, 2023

I had a unilateral mastectomy in March 2023 but I was diagnosed July 2020. I have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/885293/

Discussion: Deciding if I should do bilateral or double mastectomy??

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 26, 2023

I had double mastectomy last year (no reconstruction) and I have to say I didn’t hurt...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/838669/

Discussion: Bilateral Mastectomy without Reconstruction Recovery Timeline

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 6, 2023

@elsajohnson @ckf1317 @icya2282, I’d like to invite you to view these discussions in the Breast Cancer...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/211220/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 8, 2018

I’m so sorry you have had to begin this journey but you came to a good...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/799152/

Discussion: Newly diagnosed with lots of questions

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 20, 2023

I had ILC six years ago and decided on a left breast mastectomy. I wanted to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1078318/

Discussion: Trying to decide on reconstruction: Would you recommend it?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 31, 2024

Hi. I was diagnosed at age 47 Stage 3 IDC PR/ER+ HER2- in 2018. Bilateral mastectomy,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/318694/

Discussion: Zometa (Zoledronic acid), should I take if not on AIs?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 12, 2020

I think it's great if you want implant reconstruction. Typically insurance will cover both breasts (for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/955669/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 29, 2023

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