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Hi @lilc - I did have the pectoral fascia removed. My surgeon’s response is that they...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1303495/

Discussion: Severe pain immediately after waking from right masectomy surgery.

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: 6 days ago

Hi! Same! Ah the gold standard treatment doled out to all of us with a big...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1288181/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 23 11:28am

Wow, thank you so so much for this helpful and kind comment, I appreciate so much...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/943474/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 7, 2023

Hello, You are absolutely right. It is very overwhelming. However, I can tell you from experience,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1253367/

Discussion: Lumpectomy vs. Mastectomy & Reconstructive Surgery

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 8 2:39pm

Yes!!! I'd LOVE to start a support group! I could sure use some encouragement through this...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1246634/

Discussion: Anyone else have CHEK2 gene mutation? And have had multiple cancers?

Support Group: Cancer

Posted: Feb 27 12:12pm

@jjmoon, welcome. As replies to your specific questions regarding lumpectomy WITH radiation vs mastectomy, you might...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1266548/

Discussion: Lumpectomy + radiation VS Mastectomy -- pros cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 25 12:21pm

No. I am in the beginning stages of consultations only. No set in stone decision on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1252584/

Discussion: Lumpectomy vs. Mastectomy & Reconstructive Surgery

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 7 12:43pm

Thank you so much for your thoughts and understanding. I have a bilateral breast cancer dx....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1253821/

Discussion: Lumpectomy vs. Mastectomy & Reconstructive Surgery

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 9 10:34am

I had to have a second surgery after my lumpectomy and reconstructive. My DCIS the margins...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1272334/

Discussion: Surgeon missed the margins. 2nd surgery

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 2 8:07am

Ac-t chemo is my treatment plan and from what I understand, somewhat of a gold standard...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1277397/

Discussion: Afraid of upcoming Bilateral Mastectomy and Reconstruction

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 8 7:40pm

Wow, that is a scary infection with a 50% survival rate. I do truly understand her...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1179733/

Discussion: Double mastectomy caused rare infection

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 25, 2024

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1163464/

Discussion: Lumpectomy for IDC: Calm but as the date approaches, getting nervous

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 27, 2024

MJ- I had triple negative breast cancer, no lymph node involvement and the ATM gene. If...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1121177/

Discussion: Lumpectomy or mastectomy that is the dilema. Any insight would help.

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 10, 2024

Thank you for your response. I'm glad there's no pain. The Lidocaine shot is not very...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1114845/

Discussion: Did anyone have a SAVI SCOUT marker placed prior to surgery?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 30, 2024

I had recurrent cancer 17 years after I was first diagnosed. The 2 things that really...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1101476/

Discussion: Optional double mastectomy over single. What helped you to decide?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 8, 2024

Mlooys- I feel similar to ppat4pr. I was 72 when I made my decision not to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1079277/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 2, 2024

I needed time to adjust to hearing “cancer” and did not tell anyone but family in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1028631/

Discussion: How much do you share with acquaintances or teachers?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 6, 2024

Hi Deb, I’m 68 as well. Do you have to be on a blocker? That’s my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1026702/

Discussion: Invasive lobular cancer and treatment choices

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 3, 2024

Don’t think that way. Stay positive listen to the doctors and if you need second opinions...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/947933/

Discussion: Four months after suspicious mammogram, I can palpate the lump now.

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 15, 2023

I am new to taking anastrozole, been on it for two months. Having a few symptoms:...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/919809/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 27, 2023

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