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Hello everyone, I am new here. Been diagnosed with IDC 20mm with DCIS ER/PR +, HER 2 2+ but confirmed with FISH test Negative, Grade 2,stage T1cNOMO. I had lumpectomy and STNB on 19/2/25, 2 nodes were removed everything came out clear, NPI 3.4. On MDT...
Hi, first time poster. I was diagnosed with breast cancer at the end of October and have had 4 rounds of EC and 3 of Docetaxel - I have scans next week to see if I need a 4th but looking like I might be done with chemo - everything crossed! I still have...
I had my operation on the 21st February, 25 which went well. My scar was a bit weepy but that cleared quite quickly. I’m starting radiotherapy Friday 7th March. I’m hoping that the side effects won’t be too bad. Good thoughts to everyone on here that...
Hi all, just a quick one to ask, after a lumpectomy/node biopsy, they say you can’t lift anything for a while. What weight do they mean re lifting? A plate? 2 plates?, a small saucepan of rice? Just trying to get an idea of what I will and won’t be...
My breast cancer is back after 2 years. I am waiting to find out what treatment I can have. Has anyone been in the same position?
Two weeks ago tomorrow, I had a lumpectomy and lymph nodes removed. I have had the follow up appointment and pathology results: stage 2 breast cancer. The problem is the pain in my arm can be so painful. especially when the skin touches anything. Is this...
Hi all, very hopeful research that seems to work as an adjuvant treatment across a range of early detected BCs. Maybe AI days are numbered! Although obviously loads of testing still to be done on effectiveness, dosage, safety over time etc. https:/...
I had my op on 6th March and am looking for any recommendations for recovery. I am currently wearing binding which I am finding uncomfortable, but understand is necessary which I have to wear for 5 days. I’m also struggling with sleep as I can’t get comfortable...
As my child’s mind is engaged as I wait for cancer confirmation, my child’s mind is wondering a ‘stupid’ question… Can the same breast with multiple tumours be different cancers eg. A tumour hr&er positive with a different tumour triple negative?
Hi i was diagnosed last Thursday with grade 2 nst ductal carcinoma, no receptors given as yet. so operation for lumpectomy 19th March and I’ve been advised to get a front fastening post op bra. any recommendations of where to get these and the comfort...
