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Inflammatory Breast Cancer
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Usure what decision to make
Hi, I was diagnosed on the 13th of September 2024. I have had my surgery, a right breast mastectomy. I am now 3 weeks post-surgery, I met with an oncologist two days ago to have an informed discussion. As my cancer is classed as grade 2 (20mm) and (9mm) he has suggested that it is my decision to make in regards to having…
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Happy birthday to you @iserbrown
To dear @iserbrownwishing you the happiest of birthdays and many happy more I hope that the day is filled with joy xox
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Letrozole
Hi, I've had my surgery, finished my radiation and now just started hormone therapy. What are people's experience with Letrozole? I've been nervous about starting hormone therapy because of all the side effects. I have depression and anxiety so a bit concerned the effect the tablets may have on that.
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Tram flap + heart valve replacement
Hi. I am almost 8 yrs post double mastectomy+tram flap op. ( Best decision ever! So happy with results). But now I have a faulty aortic heart valve( not related to BC). Just wondering if anyone has had open heart surgery since a tram flap? What are the extra risks to our reconstruction? I am hoping the doc says I can use…
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Time to process
Hi All, my intro post. Such a roller coaster of emotions and processing suddenly going from perfectly healthy to not! I had a Diagnosis 22/12/23 IDC with 2.9cm tumor and lymphnode involvement from BreastscreenSA. ER and PR +, Her -. (Xmas is harsh to get such news, both in the slow down of services and in telling nearest…
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New member
Hi. I was diagnosed with mbc in 2021. An MRI done of my hip (me thinking I needed a hip replacement) revealed a bone lesion and further scans showed I had lesions in my skull, breast bone and right shoulder blade. Radiation helped with the pain in my hip and I am now able to walk unaided. I have been on letrozole and…
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Completing Hormone Therapy
I was wondering what others experiences have been completing hormone therapy for early breast cancer? I have another year of tamoxifen to go and wondering what to expect in terms of follow up once it is completed. I underwent a bilateral mastectomy and DIEP reconstruction. I haven't had chemo or radiotherapy.
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Choosing to stop treatment
I was diagnosed with metastases in October last year and was given ~12 months. We tried Trodelvy but it was too hard on my body. Tried Eribulen but a recent CT scan showed it’s not working. my onc has said we could try liposomal doxyrubicin but I had a horrible time on doxorubicin last year. He estimates I have maybe 2 - 3…
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Come & try dragon boating for breast cancer survivors in Melbourne!
Do you live in the greater-Melbourne area? Come and try dragon boating for free for breast cancer survivors! Experience the wonderful benefits of outdoor exercise and support from fellow breast cancer survivors in beautiful Victoria Harbour, Docklands! You can come as many times as you like for 1 month for free! We can't…
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Otis Foundation Retreats
There will be many members who have joined since there was discussion if this wonderful non profit organisation that provides free retreats for those diagnosed with breast cancer . It is based in Victoria but has a number of retreats in other states too. They are popular so you may need to be patient /flexible. Just Google…
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BCNA statement about Elle Macpherson's treatment decisions
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) would like to address recent media coverage regarding Elle Macpherson's statements about her personal approach to breast cancer treatment. Elle Macpherson's choices highlight the deeply personal nature of treatment decisions following a breast cancer diagnosis. BCNA respects Elle…
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Global Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day on Tues Oct 15th - Zoom Webinar in Qld
The first Global Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day on Oct. 15th is coming up this Tuesday! With more than 20 events in 10 countries, this inaugural awareness day is set to have tremendous impact in the US and around the world. From live events, educational webinars, lunch and learn sessions, mini-conferences and more! Be…
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Breast cancer
Hi I've done mastectomy on my right breast..and they found 2 active cancer under my arms lymp mode..I have to.do chemotherapy first 3 months I have to do 4 sessions of chemotherapy every21 days..Nd after it I have to do it once a week for 3 months..so total 6 months chemotherapy..I'm so scared I Start chemotherapy…
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Stage 1 breast cancer
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