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After several biopsies, I was diagnosed with Invasive Lobular BC , Hr+, HER2-in both breasts in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/746733/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 7, 2022

Hello @lisamgee Sorry you're joining the Breast Cancer Club (sigh) but it looks like you've caught...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/766271/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 27, 2022

Samy and francine6829 - When you hear those words 'cancer' it's a horrifying moment. Cancer has...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/87075/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 27, 2019

@msandbreastcancerwarrior I think your message answered your own question that pain and recovery varies greatly from...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/943398/

Discussion: Worrying about surgery, partial mastectomies on both sides and

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 7, 2023

Hi @kruzin, fortunately, I did not have to have radiation or chemo prior to surgery. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/208262/

Discussion: Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 3, 2018

Sadly, I joined the ILC statistics on 12/27/23. Since meeting with the oncology surgeon and with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/999721/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 18, 2024

At age 45, I had a lumpectomy, chemo (2000) and 6.5 weeks of radiation on left...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/723851/

Discussion: Anyone decide not to do reconstruction after getting the expander in?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 5, 2022

I can't think of any reason you can't have both breasts removed at once, if that's...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/238185/

Discussion: What Are Your Best Tips for Before and After a Mastectomy?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 3, 2019

Getting the diagnosis is so overwhelming. When I found out I had a large tumor that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/813963/

Discussion: Invasive Ductal Carcinoma Stage 2 - Treatment Plan?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 19, 2023

In 2001, I was very grateful that Effexor controlled my hot flashes—I was post-lumpectomy for hormone-driven...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/994660/

Discussion: Anyone taken Effexor low dose for menopause symptoms?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 9, 2024

@kevachanel38 - my prayers and thoughts are with you during this unexpected journey. I agree with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1246650/

Discussion: Stage 3 Triple Negative Breast Cancer: Don't know what to expect

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 27 12:36pm

Hi there! I hadn't been checking the page for a while now, but I see I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1051530/

Discussion: Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 16, 2024

Hi @lilacs777 So I even have BC recurrence and can't answer all your questions because it...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1213980/

Discussion: What's local recurrence post mastectomy? Understanding terminology

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 15 3:24pm

Hello everyone I have read allot of post but not all. The first thing I would...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/324692/

Discussion: BRCA2 and MSH6: Family finds it hard to discuss cancer & feelings

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 19, 2020

Please take my comments as my own - I don't wish to disrespect anyone that has...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/887223/

Discussion: Direct to Implant and Reconstruction Same Day

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 29, 2023

Polianad22 hi! So, I had a multi centric IDC with a tumor at 9 o’clock and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/762275/

Discussion: MRI after 3D Mammogram - dense breast tissue

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 17, 2022

As a Cancer survivor in 2003, I had ductal carcinoma stage III with nine affected lymph...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/856932/

Discussion: How do you cope with a new diagnosis of breast cancer?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 9, 2023

I was dx w/ extensive, multi-focal DCIS in 2005 at age 39 & the rec then...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/884380/

Discussion: Diagnosed with DCIS: How do I decide on treatment?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 24, 2023

They are definitely hard to diagnose, especially the one on the outside. I had 4 doctors...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1287591/

Discussion: Anyone diagnosed with Phyllodes tumor?

Support Group: Cancer

Posted: Apr 22 1:50pm

Same as you re: cancer diagnosis-2022 20 radiations that destroyed a tear duct that was reconstructed...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1293690/

Discussion: Any long-term success stories from those NOT taking hormone therapy?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 30 4:24pm

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