Inflammatory breast cancer

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I have recently been told that I have inflammatory breast cancer. I strongly suspected this due to my symptoms, but I was initially told they were probably just a result of my lymph nodes being blocked. After a skin biopsy, it was confirmed that there were cancerous cells found in the skin of my breast.I am confused about what this means- would it now be classed as stage four, or is it still locally advanced? I’m told the treatment will stay the same- chemo first, then mastectomy, followed by radiotherapy. I do not know a lot about inflammatory breast cancer, has anyone been through the same? Any thoughts/ experiences are appreciated.

  • Hi Silene, and so very sorry that you’ve been told you have inflammatory breast cancer. Such a shock,

    My cancer was different so I don’t know the answers to your questions, but I hope someone else who sees this will respond.

    Sending every good wish. Hugs xx

  • Hi Silene

    I'm sorry to hear that you have inflammatory breast cancer.  There is some information on it on the Macmillan site.  Here's the link to the information: Inflammatory breast cancer | Macmillan Cancer Support.  If you go into the Breast Cancer Now website you will find a booklet on Inflammatory Breast cancer.

    Best of luck with your treatment.

    Best wishes

    Daisy53

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