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New diagnosis DCIS - surgery options
Moderator moved discussion by @houseofgroovyshooz from 'Activity' section to 'Newly diagnosed:
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New member
I'm still processing my recent breast cancer diagnosis and the surgery I had to remove the lump last Friday. It's been an incredibly overwhelming experience, and I can't help but feel anxious about what the future holds. My entire life has been turned upside down within a matter of weeks. The uncertainty is daunting, but…
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Newly diagnosed
Hello I'm newly diagnosed as of last week,I see my surgeon this coming Tuesday. My head is still spinning with my diagnosis.Ive started to write down questions for my surgeon but its so hard to no where to start with it all . Any suggestions of information I may need would be greatly appreciated.. Sending love to all 💖
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Surgeon First ?
Hello everyone. I’m still trying to get my head around things. I was only diagnosed this morning as a result of an ultrasound yesterday. It has been wonderful to find this site today. I agree with those who have commented that it feels so strange.. Like being in a different dimension. Here is my question. There is no…
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Recently diagnosed
Hi all I am new here and while would have preferred not to know about this network, I have found comfort and such helpful advice in the My Journey resources and these posts. I am a 64YO wife, mother and Nanna who loves my job caring for young people. I was diagnosed with TNBC on 20 July, following a mammogram. The shock…
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recently diagnosed with existing disability
Hi. Nearly 46 year old, no family history right side mass or masses (just under 5 cm). In a lymph node. possible issue left side. I also have cerebral palsy. I use an electric wheelchair. rely very heavily on my right arm for my independence. I work full time and live alone. Worried about the medical hoopla and the…
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Anyone in Ipswich area?
Post by @Locky1 moved from activity section to main discussion page:
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Good-bye boob photos - your ideas?
I've spent a month wrestling with the information about DCIS, and my decisions about what to do next. Starting with a flyer for the BCNA, given to me by BreastScreen NSW, that seemed to indicate that DCIS is not straight-up, bald-faced cancer. I spent the first 2 weeks after diagnosis trying to get my head around concepts…
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Waiting to find a surgeon
I am newly diagnosed (14/9) and very anxious. I spent all day yesterday trying to book into a surgeon (the two referrals my dr gave me, one had a recorded msg saying reception back on Monday so dont even know if the dr is in town) and the other referral turned out to be for a dr who retired a year ago! I rang around to all…
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Totally confused after seeking second opinion
Hi my dear virtual friends, I have Hormones positives and Her2 negative. Grade 3 and Stage 3(Tumor size 35 mm). Surgeon A: Treatment plan Option 1: 6 months chemo ( neoadjjuvant), if tumor size shrinks > lumpectomy. If it doesn’t shrink > mastectomy > radiotherapy (will have to take Tamoxifen/AI) option 2: mastectomy >…
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Extensive DCIS
Dear fellow members, I was diagnosed with left breast DCIS 7 weeks ago. I’ve had 3 ops in this time to try and get it all. Unfortunately results yesterday from 3rd op show it is still throughout all the sections removed. It’s apparent now I have DCIS through other areas of my breast. My only option now is mastectomy +/-…
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Only 2 years in and going for 2nd side mastectomy.
Hi everyone - just touching base and a bit of support. I had a left mastectomy in 2021 - several nodes also removed and am going in for right side mastectomy. I am wanting to know if any of you are suffering with scoliosis, shoulder/upper body chest pain and under arm in the node area (on both sides still) - after having a…
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Unexpected new adventure
This so wasn't what I was expecting at 58. This year has been full of health issues. Thought I was done. Then my boobs go "hold my beer"! Process to diagnosis full of snafus. Up to and including finding out during a phone consult :( Early stage BC. Lump I found in one, became cancer in both. PET scan clear elsewhere. HER2+…
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Newly diagnosed, now waiting, doesn’t feel real
Hi, following a routine breastscreen mammogram, got a call back and now find myself with multi focal breast cancer in my left breast. After the initial shock, got on with CT Scans and met with surgeon this week and have the start of a treatment plan, starting with mastectomy, however that’s not scheduled until 10th…
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Trying to absorb the shock and fear
Hi 👋 I’m not sure how you introduce yourself to new friends under these circumstances. Boy this happens fast. From lump, to scan, to FNA, to biopsy, mammogram, MRI and blood work last Thursday to today being told at 46, fit triathlete non-smoker etc blah blah blah that I have grade 3 triple negative breast cancer. It’s…