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Suggestions for non wired bras for larger cup sizes
Hi everyone Does anyone have any suggestions for non-underwired bras for larger cup sizes? I had a lumpectomy 2 weeks ago and I’m currently in post-surgery bras. But interested to know what to get - once the breast is completely healed I guess. Being larger in the cup, I still need good support. Any ideas? Thank you :)
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So annoyed
Had my lump and 2 lymph nodes removed mid year. Had radiation and now on letrolzole done ok on both. Chemo wasn't offered as must have it was a choice as hormone cancer been over treated. Oncologist plus a team of oncologist suggested oncotype test which I paid for and result came back low score so chemo would NOT benefit…
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Double mastectomy with immediate reconstruction
Hi there, I have just had a lumpectomy of dcis which turned out to have turned 2mm invasive tumour. I have opted to have a double mastectomy with immediate reconstruction using silicone. Can anyone share any experiences? Have requested to join the reconstruction group but I think the moderators are on leave. Terrible time…
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New DCIS diagnosis and surgery
Hi all, new diagnosis of DCIS in right breast (3.2cm x 2.7cm) and ADH in left breast (5.2cm). Appointment with surgeon today to let her know of my choice of treatment (bilateral mastectomy, lumpectomy/mastectomy or bilateral lumpectomy). Surgery set for 13/1/23. Anyone had similar diagnosis before? Any feedback wound be…
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Oncotype test
Just wondering has anyone had the oncoytype test and told they don't need chemo as low % of cancer returning. And the cancer has come back ?
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Grade 3 Triple Negative
Hi - I am still processing that I am here. I am waiting for a referral after my GP casually informed me that I have grade three - triple negative breast cancer on the 9th Nov after a biopsy. I have gained my information about what it is here and am asking “what happens next” please.
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Newly diagnosed nurse
@MaryMac57 original post moved by moderator from the 'Welcome New Members' discussion to 'Newly diagnosed' category:
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Second time
I’ve just finished appointment with my oncologist he was truly shocked I have another cancer in my other breast. It’s exactly same type as last time IDC HER2- and ER positive. I’ve been on tamoxifen for almost 6 years he said I was in the 3 %where tamoxifen doesn’t work. He said I’ll probably have surgery then look at…
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Newly diagnosed and type 1 diabetic
Hello, I am just newly diagnosed (on Friday) and to add another element to this, am type 1 diabetic. I have only been told so far that it is definitely cancer and that it has spread to my lyphnodes. I am hoping to hear from the specialist/surgeon tomorrow about treatment, if possible and to find out if its spread to any…
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Question re numbness post surgery
Hello. Recently diagnosed and had lumpectomy and two nodes removed on 7/11. Am really bothered by the numbness extending from my elbow to my breast with the worst section in the armpit. Live rurally so hopefully some answers here.
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Second time
Hi everyone it’s been a long time I’ve been busy moving states babysitting grandkids and work! Living life to the fullest. Had my annual scans last Monday and bam after 6 years I have a new cancer in second breast.🥹 first cancer In right breast was IDC grade 1 stage 1, pr and pg positive her2-lumpectomy, 6 weeks radiation…
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Breast reconstruction Advice
Hi all, I've recently been diagnosed with breast cancer (2 weeks to be exact). I'm still trying to process the diagnosis & what it means while also juggling work & a 2yo toddler. My surgeon is keen to start my surgery soon & I'm now in a situation where I need to quickly decide on the type of reconstruction to have. I know…
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Surgery tomorrow
Recent diagnosis of invasive ductal carcinoma, Grade 1. Surgery tomorrow - lumpectomy & some lymph nodes . Churning gut but almost keen to have.it done. Any tips for tomorrow?
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Newly diagnosed and hello
Hi, I'm newly diagnosed (25 Oct) and had surgery (lumpectomy + 7 nodes) last week. Recovery is going well. Breast care nurse had some great advice. I'm meeting the oncologist this week. Will see how it goes. 😉
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Bone density
Just been to oncologist to get my bone density results and check up. I saw my Dr about bone density a few weeks ago she told me I had osteopaenia just said more calcium and walking didn't seem overly concerned. The test done before I started my letrozole and only needed radiation. See oncologist today only to be told to…