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Yes, my DCIS was located at about 7 o’clock in my left breast. Due to its...

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Discussion: Location of tumor: Anyone had breast tumor in lower inner quadrant?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 29, 2022

I am super grateful for the almost 18 years for myself. Also very gratified when I...

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Discussion: We’ve come a long way baby! How grateful are you?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 8, 2022

Welcome, @seathink. I'm glad you found this discussion group and @robin0613, who also has radiation induced...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/699313/

Discussion: Radiation induced Brachial-Plexus Peripheral Neuropathy Patients

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 15, 2022

It's a "mycomedicinal" mushroom. (no psychoactive effects) just immune boosting and neural repair. Turkey Tail is...

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 29, 2021

@beckypetty i agree about over 70 and radiation. I am very curious about eo massage, what...

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Discussion: What helped you make treatment decisions following DCIS lumpectomy?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 23, 2021

I agree it was the radiologist nurse that insisted on the sulfadioxide cream to help me...

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Discussion: Lumpectomy with radiation vs mastectomy for stage 1 invasive plus DCIS

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 10, 2024

No, in 1965 Chemo was not an option, and Radiation only if you had positive lymph...

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Discussion: How to monitor for reoccurring BC after double mastectomy?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 2, 2023

Hello raebaby. Thank you for your comment. After radiation the doctors are recommending an AI for...

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Discussion: Fear of radiation after lumpectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 7, 2023

I also need that answer. Had recurrance in armpit.4 of 5 nodes positive. Left side so...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/777964/

Discussion: Radiation or not

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 27, 2022

My plan is no chemo or radiation. I am to try tamoxifin and see if I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/762997/

Discussion: HER2- and ER/PR+

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 19, 2022

I had to wait 11months. Cedars-Sinai LA. She said it was necessary to make sure everything...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/639613/

Discussion: Reconstruction: Time between expansion and second surgery

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 27, 2021

Michelle, you might be interested in the VideoQ&A that was added to the website today. -...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/598500/

Discussion: Virtual support for Breast Cancer: Starting radiation soon

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 30, 2021

Has anyone tried pentoxifylline for breast fibrosis . I was just reading taking it with vitamin...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1289995/

Discussion: Pain and tightness axila to bottom of rib cage

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 25 10:06pm

15 years ago I started my treatment for stage 2 triple positive invasive ductal carcinoma with...

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Discussion: Triple positive breast cancer

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 14 9:55am

Thank you, this article is perfect. I am currently in the middle of chemo for my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1312557/

Discussion: Emotional aftermath following breast cancer treatment

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 25 12:28pm

I had no side effects from the radiation to my breast whatsoever, not even fatigue. I...

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Discussion: Radiation: When do side effects show?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 3, 2024

Hi So sorry your in pain. Is your DCIS invasive? Mine is insitu having surgery Dec...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/978082/

Discussion: Swollen Gums: What helps this chemo side effect?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 10, 2023

@rabab101 I am supposed to start taking Tamoxifen after I do radiation and I am dreading...

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Discussion: Conflicted on taking medication

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 29, 2023

Same here. Primary care with referral to surgeon (oncology surgeon), then referral to radiation oncologist, then...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/933671/

Discussion: After lumpectomy? What's next?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 21, 2023

I'd be happy to share any tips and tricks along the way with my radiation experience....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/903648/

Discussion: Starting Radiation Treatment: Worried about side effects. Tips welcome

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 28, 2023

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