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I got 5 sessions of radiation with a high dose at each session. Targeted. It was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/897031/

Discussion: Invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC): Anyone else?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 16, 2023

I’m sorry that’s terrible. After trying the 3 AI’s and finding them intolerable my Dr has...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1168397/

Discussion: Anyone experienced dizziness or optical changes with exemastane

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 5 8:05am

Ah, I just read the fine print and this tool is for use after a woman...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/219885/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 3, 2019

Thanks so much for taking the time to respond. Despite being part of Sloan Kettering’s RISE...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/288350/

Discussion: LCIS: should I take Tamoxifen?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 23, 2020

Same here! I watched my sister who had stage 4 breast cancer at age 48. It...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/788522/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 24, 2022

My story above is from a 20 year old scar. Original diagnosis meant chemo every three...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1029894/

Discussion: After lumpectomy: Still having pain

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 8 10:40am

Good morning!! That's great to know that maybe there is one that will work for me....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/748647/

Discussion: How important is taking hormone blockers after surgery for IDC?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 12, 2022

I’ve been on Tamoxifen for about 6 months now and every now and again I feel...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/595247/

Discussion: Anyone had nausea as a side effect of tamoxifen? What helps?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 18, 2021

@mjay, I've been following these posts about AI's for a long time. Everyone has different experiences...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/605909/

Discussion: Arimidex Pain Starting after 17+ months

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 31, 2021

I am premenopausal....I am meeting with nutrition soon and have determined that I am willing to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/219877/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 3, 2019

Thank you triciaot! I didn't know that about tamoxifen. I'm post menopausal, have a uterus w/out...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1031165/

Discussion: stop the madness

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 10 3:21pm

Good luck with your surgery..I am having my lumpectomy this Wed. Mine is very early DCIS...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1039315/

Discussion: Invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC): Anyone else?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 24 8:51am

I started on 20 mg Tamoxifen and was extremely concerned about endometrial cancer since my mother...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/761139/

Discussion: Taking a Lower Dose of Tamoxifen?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 14, 2022

I did the same. Seems doctors just love to push meds because its their job to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/644226/

Discussion: Taking a Lower Dose of Tamoxifen?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 12, 2021

I had a pelvic pain after 8 days of taking Tamixifen. Ultrasound, biopsy. No suspishes changes...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/833217/

Discussion: Anyone experienced thickening of endometrial lining since lumpectomy?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 28, 2023

It isn't that men aren't eligible. The Breast Cancer Index is a test to determine whether...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/652167/

Discussion: Breast Cancer Index: What's your experience?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 8, 2021

I have been on Tamoxifen for almost 8 years now. I do not take any aspirin...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/639312/

Discussion: Has anyone experienced bruising while on Tamoxifen?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 27, 2021

When do side effects from Tamoxifen kick in? I just started mine a few days ago....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1104921/

Discussion: Tamoxifen input

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 13 10:33am

Dear Galbooboo, Do you mind tell me more about your DCIS pathology tissue results? What is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/827370/

Discussion: Diagnosed yesterday, small calcifications in my left breast.

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 17, 2023

Thank you! I am 67 and had the Ahl tissue removed. Now, I have to see...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/788223/

Discussion: Atypical lobular hyperplasia: Did you have surgery?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 23, 2022

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