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- Newly diagnosed, looking for advise on hospital/doctor selection June 17, 2025hi, I was just diganosed with invasive ductal carcinoma on June 9th. The past week has been a whirl, although I feel a little as if I am watching someone else’s life right now… I am not in denial, but still cannot believe this is happening. I have already had a consultation with a breast […]csuga125
- Breast Cancer June 16, 2025Hello,I was recently diagnosed with BC. I live alone and fear everything that's going to happen to me. The unknown is scary. Does anyone live alone and going through chemo and everything that has to do with BC.nina1948
- Lupron, Tamoxifen and Oncotype June 15, 2025Hello All, I had Stage 2A grade 3 DCIS & IDCIS Cancer. Im 42 and a Mas w/DEIP. My oncotype number was 19 with a 6% chance of recurrence however my oncologist used a tool call Exact Science RSClin tool that says given how big my tumors were (biggest tumor was 28mm) and high grade […]anekasan238
- What part of your story are you most proud of right now? June 13, 2025A breast cancer diagnosis can come with many ups and downs throughout the experience and beyond. We'd like you to share with us your proudest accomplishment you've realized through your transition - what part of your story are you most proud of right now?Please select the most appropriate response for you below, and elaborate in […]moderators
- Should I take the drug? June 12, 2025At age 86, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. Stage 1. I had two surgeries to get it all out. After, I completed five days of radiation. The oncologist now wants me to start anastrozole every day for five years. I have moderate to severe osteopenia in my hips and am concerned that I may […]dianesilver
- I’m on hospice - anyone else? May 20, 2025Hi!Many know about me, but I would like to connect with others in my situation. After being on pill treatments since 2019, I was told Enhertu. I gave it two tries, decided I did not want any infusions, chemo or otherwise, and chose to stop treatment. My last treatment was September 12, 2024. Enhertu had […]kbl
- Dealing with Lymphedema w/o surgery? April 23, 2025Hi community. I'm posting since I haven't found a similar case yet.I opted out on surgery and chemo (too late), and it's been a good run for 7 years. The LE came on slowly to rt arm, dr diagnosed. Now its in both feet, then the left breast just swelled in size. No real noticeable […]pemala
- Help progressed to Brain Mets and fighting for the right treatment April 19, 2025Hi All,Been lurking on the stage 4 forum for some time. Now I need help.I live in the UK and attend UCLH where treatment seems to adopt a more cautious approach.Originally on Breast 09 trial but randomised and receive standard of care😢6 rounds Doxetaxel and H & P. Over 2 years later and progression to […]stirfry
- Enhertu November 16, 2024good morning wondering how many people lost there hair on enhertu ?lori5mulholland
- Anyone on TRUQAP? December 6, 2023Hi all, it looks like I'm going to be starting TRUQAP soon as an alternative to Piqray. However, it looks like TRUQAP and Piqray both come with some pretty nasty side-effects. I was hoping T would be easier than P. From what I've read, it sounds like Imodium AD may become my newest friend. Yuck! […]sunshine99
