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It has been 4 1/2 years. Alot of procedures are changing so I do not know...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/813588/

Discussion: Oncotype DX test result

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 18, 2023

@rjl1955 : I am so sorry for what's you've been through! Can't understand any Gp would...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1404988/

Discussion: Nipple pain, doctor dismissive

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 30, 2025

I wonder why the surgeon didn’t order an MRI to have an accurate picture of your...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1358834/

Discussion: Decide against aromatase inhibitors?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 28, 2025

No - but I see my surgeon in May, I'll discuss it with her. My next...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/86792/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 7, 2019

oh what an awful experience. It's amazing what can go wrong with all this. Feels like...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1070630/

Discussion: Who Else Has Decided NOT To Have Implants or Reconstructive Surgery?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 19, 2024

I also had a re-excision and my surgeon told me that, although it is rare, since...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/980875/

Discussion: Repeat lumpectomy? And treatment decisions. Need advice

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 15, 2023

Thanks a lot for that reply, that’s exactly was I was thinking. My lumpectomy is in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/939582/

Discussion: Anyone have Mastopexy (Breast Lift Surgery) after Lumpectomy?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 30, 2023

I just had similar surgery and am waiting on pathology report. I am learning new information...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/932822/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 19, 2023

Thank you so much, @windyshores and @oakley for responding so fast! I’m looking for a second...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/928972/

Discussion: How long should I wait for an appt to get a second opinion?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 12, 2023

chemo pills are- Anastrozole. No problems except some hot flashes and my stomach is getting larger....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/824487/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 11, 2023

About 5 years ago I was diagnosed with ER+, HER-, PR-. I had chemo, radiation and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1295833/

Discussion: Has anyone not gone thru radiation and hormone blockers?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 3, 2025

I had something similar, but it was from the adhesive on the surgical tape. When I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1230009/

Discussion: Allergic reaction to surgical soap (Chlorhexidine) after lumpectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 5, 2025

I had a mastectomy and only three nodes removed, but I still developed lymphedema and a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1031790/

Discussion: Seroma after drain removal? What questions should I ask the surgeon?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 11, 2024

If you need it drained, ask for a numbing shot beforehand. I saw my surgeon, who...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/921333/

Discussion: Is a rash after a lumpectomy normal?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 30, 2023

I'm so sorry to hear this but happy you have this intel for your next step....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/915019/

Discussion: Bi-Rad C4 - 50-95% malignancy.

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 18, 2023

My plastic surgeon at Mayo in MN would not do direct to implant...stated too many things...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/892006/

Discussion: Direct to Implant and Reconstruction Same Day

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 8, 2023

UPDATE: Surgery is now scheduled - mid-morning of June 5th. Lumpectomy is the route we are...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/845324/

Discussion: Breast surgeon questions

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 18, 2023

UPDATE - I got the results from my ultrasound biopsy which was on 4/12, the results...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/844136/

Discussion: Breast surgeon questions

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 16, 2023

Ate you having a mastectomy? I don’t know the details of your situation but I think...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/783335/

Discussion: Invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC): Time till surgery?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 10, 2022

Thank you so much for this information. I have read about the oncotype testing and plan...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/697093/

Discussion: What problems have you had with Tamoxifen?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 8, 2022