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I was diagnosed in January with grade 2 invasive lobular carcinoma and have been undergoing further tests. On Monday I was told that the cancer is larger than first though and I’m booked in for a mastectomy on 21st May. I’ve been feeling pretty ok about...
Just went to see my oncologist. He had wanted to extend treatment of Anastrozole for another five years. Next April is my fifth year. I have been having some pelvic problems because it deprives the body of estrogen. Also have lost a lot of weight. At...
Following double mastectomy 3 years ago (no chemo or radiotherapy) was put on Letrozole for 10 years with VitD suppliment . I've just had conflicting information from pharmacists so am looking for advice. Normal Vit D dosage has been 400 which is just...
Hi folks, I will soon be starting Chemo for Breast Cancer but have a friend who has been insisting I try the drug Fenbendazole, which has not been tested in humans. I have said that that whilst tried and tested options are available, I would not consider...
I had my breast cancer diagnosis 14th december Lumpectomy 7th February Been notified today of my oncology appointment to discuss radiotherapy on 7th May. My question is when does the hormone therapy start. Everything I read says ‘after surgery’...
Hi everyone, I just wanted to ask if anyone has had Zolodronic Acid Infushion, and what sort of side effects they had? I had my first dose on Tuesday along with Herceptin Injection at 2pm and by 2am I had the worst joint pain in my knees, flu like symptoms...
Hi.. I’ve been diagnosed with multi focal breast cancer . Lots of lumps all over left breast. I only felt 1! it’s also spread to the lymph nodes but have to have a PET scan to see how many as they didn’t show up on the CT scan. Even though the biopsy...
Can anyone offer me advice please? Lumpectomy performed for lobular cancer 4 weeks ago. Results received two days ago (no great detail as breast care nurse gave me the results on the phone as the consultant is away on holiday). 2.5 cm tumour removed....
Hi All I had my last radiotherapy treatment yesterday morning and got to ring the bell. I found it tough going at times but I got through it. I'm going to take some time out before going back to work. I'm going away for a few days next week which I...
Hi!, This is my first post on the forum. I have recently been diagnosed with non invasive breast cancer. I have had good and bad days but have found the last couple of days a real struggle. I am still yet to receive a treatment plan and I am waiting...
