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How did you know you had lymphedema in your belly? Had my bilateral in October and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1282714/

Discussion: Recently developed lymphedema: Any recommendations on what to do?

Support Group: Lymphedema

Posted: Apr 15 4:55pm

I had ER/PR positive BC in my right breast. At the time I asked if both...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1103642/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 11, 2024

I absolutely hate getting an MRI.. my anxiety goes through the roof just thinking about it.....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1088461/

Discussion: Do you have a coping mechanism to get through an MRI?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 17, 2024

I had bilateral mastectomies and originally thought I would not have reconstruction (because of my irradiated...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/324524/

Discussion: Bilateral Mastectomy without Reconstruction Recovery Timeline

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 14, 2020

Hello courageous,brave,woman Keep driving the bus! I had a double mastectomy last October and I am...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1121309/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 10, 2024

I want to try it but am on Orsertu right now for ERS1 DNA variant with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/940570/

Discussion: DS-8201 for metastatic breast cancer?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 2, 2023

It's okay, rant away! My husband does all the housework, grocery shopping, and cooking. I feel...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/892090/

Discussion: Direct to Implant and Reconstruction Same Day

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 8, 2023

@kruzin I was hoping you could share which route you went with. I just went with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/760527/

Discussion: Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 13, 2022

You’re welcome. I’m happy that you are doing better. Be patient, you will fully recover. It...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1348650/

Discussion: Newly diagnosed invasive ductal and lobular in right breast

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: 12 hours ago

@wpglea I had mastectomies and went "flat." I switched from generic anastrazole to brand name letrozole...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/890861/

Discussion: Side Effects of Anastrozole - bone loss

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 6, 2023

Same here! Flat chested and wasn’t interested in the reconstruction. I am turning 47 this April....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/823123/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 8, 2023

@sandyjr Sandy - you're right about mastectomy. Although I wasn't full mastectom, mine was "partial" which...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/333455/

Discussion: Mastectomies are not an option for those over 65???!!!

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 24, 2021

Wow so proud of you to have done that 28 years ago I wish I would...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/107260/

Discussion: Chose not to get breast reconstruction

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 12, 2016

I choose not to take them. I'm 66 and want the most out of life. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1270093/

Discussion: Looking for research re: taking AI drugs vs not taking them

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 30 11:35am

Hi kato902, thanks for your response! In the same breast I have ALH, focal flat epithelial...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1123323/

Discussion: Anyone with Pseudoangiomatous stromal hyperplasia (PASH)?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 14, 2024

I had a mastectomy in March on my right side and had 13 lymph nodes removed....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/880459/

Discussion: Abdominal swelling/bloating after a double mastectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 18, 2023

I have heard people with thicker hair have done well with the cold caps. My hair...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/866371/

Discussion: Anyone used anything that helps with chemo hair loss?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 25, 2023

@lauraho, do you want radiation or mastectomy. I think it comes down to that. Some folks...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/775109/

Discussion: Conflicting surgical opinions? What now?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 19, 2022

Thank you very much @janisbrede. For us "flat" meant no expnders or nything else. I think...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/835722/

Discussion: Any tips on preparation for surgery, expanders to implants?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 1, 2023

I was told abdominal tissue use prolongs the recovery so I opted for the expanders. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/650349/

Discussion: Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 1, 2021

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