Hi all, I'm new to this website and new to having breast cancer, I was diagnosed with breast cancer back in June. I just wanted to let people know you don't have to feel a pea shaped lump to have breast cancer. What I found was like a hole under one breast where the skin was pulling tight. Turned out to be "Tethering" has…
Hi All, My friends mother has just gone through a mastectomy and i received the below text asking for help. Nb, I had a lumpectomy so told my friend i would ask the online community. "Mum is up to 11 days after surgery. Her arm is still quite sore, which is one reason why her basic post op bra is painful. She thinks no one…
Central Coasties - come and join us for lunch. It's a wonderful opportunity to meet new friends, share gems of information, ask your questions, and enjoy great food together. Our next lunch is on Sunday, 13th August at 12.30pm - The Point Cafe in The Japanese Gardens - 36 Webb St, East Gosford. We will have guest speaker…
Reclaim Your Curves Sydney Support Lunch - Sunday, 27th August at The Dragonfly Cafe, Eden Gardens - Macquarie Park, 12pm to 3pm. We are a friendly group of ladies that welcome you to come and join us for lunch in a relaxed setting to share your experience, ask any questions and simply enjoy each other's company. More…
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Hi - I'm a BCNA member of 4 years, and my dearest friend has just been diagnosed with breast cancer. She is joining BCNA, but I have offered to get this post up on her behalf while she comes to grips with her diagnosis. I was very happy with my breast surgeon, but not at all with the plastic surgeon who was recommended…
Hi all, I have my sixth and last round of TCH chemo which is good news. But while I was talking to my Oncologist she said that the MRI I had on Monday found pre cancerous cells in my right breast. So now both breast are affected. I see my breast surgeon on Monday so I will have to see what he recommends but I am thinking I…
im a 52 yr old who's had Bc twice . Each breast , resulting in 2 lumpectomys a masectomy /lat dorsi. Both sides radiation . Currently taking tamoxifen . Am down for gene testing but earliest appt is November in my area. As I don't tolerate tamoxifen well the plan is to take overies and tubes out. I met with gyno and said I…
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