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Two different types of breast cancer
In 2019 I was diagnosed with Triple negative breast cancer in the left breast and had a masectomy and chemo. In 2022 I was diagnosed with hormonal breast cancer in the right breast and had the second masectomy. I have been on Tomoxifin for 5 months but stopped taking it after speaking with my Oncologist. I had so many side…
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Upcoming event: Warrnambool Information Forum, 28 March
Breast Cancer Network Australia is holding an Information Forum for people living with breast cancer and their supporters. The forum will cover a range of topics including the latest in breast cancer treatment, strategies to enhance physical and emotional wellbeing, lymphoedema, and how you can live well during treatment…
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Feeling "blue" on tamoxifen
Hello there, has anyone else felt flat, down in the dumps after starting tamoxifen? I have been on the little white pill 20mg for 2 months now, and my anxiety levels are also quite high, but I do have upcoming scans and alot of worries still. Any pearls of wisdom for helping to overcome my flatness? I exercise daily,…
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Annabel Crabb and Side effects of Treatment (Online Q&A) Feb 23rd 5-6pm
Click on the link at the bottom, to 'sign up' for the Q&A event ..... Everyone’s breast cancer experience is different, including the impact of treatment. Some people may experience few or mild side effects, while others may have long-lasting issues that continue after treatment has finished. Breast cancer treatments aim…
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Lived Experience Panel: Rockhampton Information Forum
Hi All, We recently created a video snippet of our lived experience panel from BCNA's Rockhampton forum for the Online Network. The video captures key discussion topics: 'Side Effects, 'Communication', 'Sexual health' and 'What I learnt'. Hope you enjoy hearing from BCNA members Michelle Peters and Tracey Barlett.…
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Letrozole - Fracture in spine
Hi, a couple of weeks ago I posted about pain in my bones in my ribs and needing a bone scan. At the time the doctor was checking on bone mets. Well I don't have bone mets which is great but the bone scan revealed a fracture in T9 of my spine and osteoporosis. This is scary because I have not even injured myself. I do…