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How do I get hormone blockers asap?
As I understand it, hormone blockers will slow my cancer. So the question is how can I get these asap? I feel stressed that my cancer may be growing and spreading, but nobody mentioned whether I can ...
Owly
2 hours ago
hormone blockers
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🧬 Some breast cancers are linked to genetic differences
For some members of our community, a breast cancer diagnosis comes with questions about family history, genetic testing, and what it means for loved ones. Genes like BRCA1, BRCA2, and PALB2 are known...
Christina_BCNA
4 days ago
brca1 and brca2
genetic-testing
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Reconstruction - not everyone is happy with the results
The New York Magazine has a recent article on Breast Reconstruction - and claims that up to 40% of women are dissatisfied with the results. Many women are VERY happy with their results and sail th...
arpie
4 days ago
Reconstruction
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❤️ This is your sign to take a few moments today for a breast self-check
As we head into the final days of October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I thought we could all use a gentle reminder to take a few moments today for a breast self-check. 💙💚 Knowing your normal ...
Christina_BCNA
5 days ago
awareness
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Ductal Carcinoma In Situ
A diagnosis of DCIS—Ductal Carcinoma In Situ—can be confusing and confronting. While DCIS is not invasive breast cancer and is often described as “pre-cancer” or “early-stage,” it still brings with i...
Christina_BCNA
5 days ago
dcis
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❔ TPBC/TNBC what does it all mean?
Today, we want to take a moment to recognise and stand beside those in our community living with Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC) and Triple Positive Breast Cancer (TPBC). This diagnosis can ...
Christina_BCNA
6 days ago
TNBC
tpbc
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⭐ Today is an appreciation shout-out to our incredible CR crew! ⭐
Since 2001, BCNA has run the internationally recognised Seat at the Table (SATT) program. The program trains people with a lived experience of breast cancer to become BCNA Consumer Representatives (C...
Christina_BCNA
6 days ago
thankyou
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Interesting video explaining removal of Fallopian TUBES rather than ovaries
Channel 7 News has just shown this clip on reducing the chance of Ovarian Cancer by up to 80% - by removing the Fallopian TUBES rather than the actual ovaries. It may be suggested if a woman is al...
arpie
9 days ago
menopause
treatment
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I want a double M
So I was told I'd probably be offered a single mastectomy. Thing is, I want a double. For more than one reason. I don't want to have to worry about the other one. Also, I don't want to be lopsided. I...
Owly
11 days ago
mastectomy
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✨ October 19th was Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day ✨
When considering a breast reconstruction, it’s important to know your options beforehand so you can make an informed decision about what works best for you. Here are some tips to consider: - R...
Christina_BCNA
12 days ago
breast reconstruction
Reconstruction
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How come we can't delete posts/accounts?
Does anyone know how to delete posts/accounts off here? We should be able to do this. There should never be a public forum where this is not possible and my info just stays there forever? Thanks
Owly
12 days ago
work
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🏡 The journey can look completely different for our rural, regional and remote community members – and we are here to help.
We want to take a moment to acknowledge that the breast cancer journey can be especially challenging for those living in regional, rural and remote areas. From limited access to specialists and treat...
Christina_BCNA
12 days ago
rural
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1Comment
♂️ Today is men's breast cancer awareness day 👬
1 in 556 men are diagnosed with breast cancer—in 2023 Paul became one of them. After finding a lump under his left armpit, Paul decided to see his doctor about it and was later diagnosed with brea...
Christina_BCNA
14 days ago
awareness
mens-breast-cancer
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Large breast Bras - no choices
Hi! I have been searching through past posts before I did a new one as know this question will have been posted many times but couldnt quite find something recent. I am getting rather upset at the mo...
kittykatster
14 days ago
bras
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🗣️ Share your views: A survey of Australian cancer patients regarding current patient education practices
You can participate in this study if you have received treatment for a cancer diagnosis in the past 24 months. Researchers from Monash University are conducting a survey that aims to identify the c...
Christina_BCNA
16 days ago
research
survey
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💗 Shout-Out to Our Incredible Helpline Team
Today’s post is dedicated to the heart of our support system - our amazing Helpline Team. Whether it’s a moment of uncertainty, a question about treatment, or just needing someone to listen, they are...
Christina_BCNA
17 days ago
support
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Oct 15th - Lobular breast cancer awareness day
Did you know invasive lobular carcinoma can be difficult to see on mammograms? Invasive lobular carcinoma is the second most common type of breast cancer, but it can be hard to see on mammograms...
Christina_BCNA
18 days ago
awareness
lobular
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Do you have ILC? Excellent info in this link & consider joining the ILC Private Group
Even if you have ILC & aren't in the ILC Private Group (and I'd recommend you join, as targeted information is posted there for members) this is an article that, if you have ILC, I believe you should...
arpie
20 days ago
ilc
Mets
progression
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Do you have to travel 1hr+ to your appointments/treatments/surgery?
Hi guys If you live in Rural/Regional or Remote areas of Australia and regularly have to travel at least 50-100k each way (depending on which state you live in) to attend your Doctor, specialist, s...
arpie
21 days ago
travel and transport
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Surviving the DIEP dive!
I’m now 3 weeks post op after a double mastectomy and DIEP reconstruction! It’s been a big recovery and I’ve still a way to go! I had my second BC diagnosis last June - same breast as 2007. I had ano...
PrisMay1
23 days ago
219Views
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4Comments

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Recent Discussions

How do I get hormone blockers asap?

🧬 Some breast cancers are linked to genetic differences

Reconstruction - not everyone is happy with the results

❤️ This is your sign to take a few moments today for a breast self-check

Ductal Carcinoma In Situ

❔ TPBC/TNBC what does it all mean?

⭐ Today is an appreciation shout-out to our incredible CR crew! ⭐

Interesting video explaining removal of Fallopian TUBES rather than ovaries

I want a double M

✨ October 19th was Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day ✨

How come we can't delete posts/accounts?

🏡 The journey can look completely different for our rural, regional and remote community members – and we are here to help.

♂️ Today is men's breast cancer awareness day 👬

Large breast Bras - no choices

🗣️ Share your views: A survey of Australian cancer patients regarding current patient education practices

💗 Shout-Out to Our Incredible Helpline Team

Oct 15th - Lobular breast cancer awareness day

Do you have ILC? Excellent info in this link & consider joining the ILC Private Group

Do you have to travel 1hr+ to your appointments/treatments/surgery?

Surviving the DIEP dive!

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