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Hi there I have had surgery to remove the breast cancer 5 weeks ago and I am recovering well from op . I had pathology results last week and was told I had a rare invasive papillary carcinoma not an IDC as thought . I have clear margins and the cancer...
Awaiting lumpectomy after 2 biopsies showing 13 mm plcis close to chest wall. Anyone else had this diagnosed as I can't find much info in previous diagnosis discussions. Thanks
Hi, I have be diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer in my breast and lymph nodes, also now need a biopsy on my left breast to check before surgery. This was found on a routine mammogram, I have no pain or lumps that can be felt. I have elected to have...
Hi Everyone I'm new and haven't posted before. I was diagnosed with Invasive Lobular Carcinoma in January this year, after months of going to my GP and hospital. I was persistent that the changes in my breast were not normal for me but kept being told...
Hi. I had a mastectomy 2 weeks ago with lymph node clearance which showed they all had cancerous cells and tumour was fairly large in breast. I met the oncologist today who’s devised a treatment plan including chemotherapy, radiotherapy and other treatments...
I’ve had a bit of a lump just above my right collar bone for about 3 weeks. Not sore, a bit squishy with a hard centre. Saw my doctor on Tuesday who organised an ultrasound on Wednesday. Sonographer told to make an appointment next day with GP to organise...
I'm in a worrying position. I have a 2 week wait to get into clinic. They'll do a biopsy. But I know the cancer is back. It's the same as last time. Mamogram didn't spot it - I've lost all faith in them. I'll never trust one again. I knew there...
I was diagnosed with breast cancer around my 60th birthday and fortunately the tumor was removed and lymph nodes were clear. Cancer was HER2 negative, ER 8, PR 6, tumor size 24mm grade 3 invasive carcinoma. An Endo Predict test was performed on the tumor...
Hi I’ve just had no 2 of 4 EC and the metallic/ sour taste is driving me insane! I’m finding it really hard to deal with. Finding it really intrusive when I’m trying to rest or sleep! I know there’s not much that can help but I’m just wondering if this...
I have to make a very difficult decision. I am a very active elderly lady ( well 84 next birthday ). My breast cancer has returned and I have to make the decision between lumpectomy and radiotherapy or Mastectomy no radiotherapy . Has anyone else been...
