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Hello. I'm Cathy, Tim's wife. You're exactly right about my being unable to make a decision....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/823485/

Discussion: Many problems with Breast Reconstruction after Mastectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 9, 2023

I go to my first medical oncologist visit tomorrow and I am so worried. The surgeon...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/696253/

Discussion: What problems have you had with Tamoxifen?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 5, 2022

I had a double mastectomy and reconstruction eight years ago. At. first the surgeon discouraged me...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1387374/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 5, 2025

I was HER positive, stage 2. Involvement of 3 lymph nodes. Surgeon did a lumpectomy and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1277224/

Discussion: Breast cancer radiation after 70? What options have you considered?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 8, 2025

My oncologist surgeon did a mammoprint test and the results came back excellent. I am meeting...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/87122/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 8, 2019

Here is my story: 8/15 - Had a random mammogram. Didn't do one since 2016 8/17...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/802373/

Discussion: Lymphovascular invasion

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 27, 2023

@sue417 - Very good! Yes, you have it right: DCISionRT, by PreludeDX. It is the test...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1002397/

Discussion: Anyone diagnosed with DCIS breast cancer?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 23, 2024

I have 1cm DCIS (ER+) in left breast, right breast “shows” clear in MRI and biopsy....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1351375/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 19, 2025

I did a double mastectomy. I had a paravertebral block to avoid pain meds and it...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1129486/

Discussion: Double mastectomy help prevent reoccurrence?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 23, 2024

@quiltingrx, I love your username. I assume you're a quilter and that it is important enough...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1191232/

Discussion: Can I have hand surgery on same side as radical mastectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 15, 2024

Thank you for responding. My breast surgeon from the lumpectomy said it was ok along with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1149453/

Discussion: Atypical ductal hyperplasia (ADH) and family planning

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 29, 2024

I’m so sorry you’re going through this. My surgeon recommended pt after my double mastectomy. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1090876/

Discussion: Mondor's cord: What helps it go away?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 21, 2024

Thank you!! It gives a little comfort knowing that there’s people that take the time to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1076762/

Discussion: Just diagnosed with DCIS: How do I know what questions to ask?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 28, 2024

I had horrible nerve pain in my breast after lumpectomy-stabbing, bursts of pain and I had...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/971462/

Discussion: Nerve pain after lumpectomy and breast radiation

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 27, 2023

Good morning, I have just been diagnosed with Extensive Low Grade DCIS with a small Invasive...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/970977/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 27, 2023

When I had a lumpectomy, it was taken outpatient and they gave me meds and instruction...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/919379/

Discussion: DCIS: Making lifesytle changes but feel I should do more.

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 26, 2023

@toomany questions I am flat on both sides now. Recovery wasn't too bad. No concave scarring...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/770790/

Discussion: Bilateral Mastectomy without Reconstruction Recovery Timeline

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 8, 2022

Around two weeks after my lumpectomy I also had a rash in two different areas on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/921363/

Discussion: Is a rash after a lumpectomy normal?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 30, 2023

My CA 27.29 was high after my breast cancer. Finally, my oncologist suggested I return to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/909110/

Discussion: Did cancer come back with sudden rise in 27 29 marker?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 7, 2023

I had a seroma Fr what I j understand these arent supposed to be painful but...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/845501/

Discussion: Painful lump/spots after lumpectomy not going away?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 19, 2023

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