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Newly diagnosed DCIS
I was actually diagnosed with high grade DCIS in the right breast only about 6 weeks ago. Wasn’t aware if this network discussion until recently. Wish I had known earlier. Had a lot of decisions to make and everything was so overwhelming. Was told I needed to have a full mastectomy done. I couldn’t decide on whether to go…
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Young Mum
Hello everyone, I'm so grateful for this online community. It's been an overwhelming time for me. I was diagnosed on the 23/12/22 and had a really tough two weeks as I was unable to access any support just being to the time of year it was. I was breastfeeding my 20 month year old at the time, and didn't feel a lump, but…
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Lack of info/communication from healthcare providers
Hello, I am feeling very frustrated by the lack of information. Referred to Royal Perth Hospital Breast Clinic for invasive breast cancer stage 2 after biopsy in November. Received a letter 2 weeks ago advising of appointment at the breast clinic in February, then a message left saying the appointment is now next week.…
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Public vs private cost info
Hi everyone :) I was diagnosed with breast cancer on Dec 7 and had a lumpectomy through a private hospital on the 15th. It all happened very fast and I am new to Australia so was trying to get my head around the system, Medicare etc. I do have health insurance but I've been a bit surprised at the amount of out of pocket…
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Diagnosis and breastfeeding
Hi all, I am very early in my journey. I'm 36 (regional Victoria) and currently breastfeeding my 4MO. After I noticed an indentation, I had a GP appointment the following day, ultrasound and mammogram then an appointment with a breast surgeon, I've been told I have breast cancer - all in the space of a week. I'm awaiting…
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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.