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I am writing because of changes over the past month or so in my breast that had my original cancer, invasive ductal carcinoma. I had lumpectomy in March 2023 and a weeks radiotherapy in September 2023. Treatment of Tamoxifen for next five years. I have...
I saw an article today in the Times about the company Oncologica who do a DNA analysis of tumours and cross reference this with their database of all the potential drugs. Interesting option to a more tailored plan? If anyone has any experience of...
My partner was diagnosed with breast cancer (ER+ stage one) and has had a lumpectomy and is about to have 5 days radiotherapy . She has been prescribed Letrozole but after being told of all the common side effects and doing her own researck on this and...
I was diagnosed with lobular breast cancer in October 23. I found a lump and was referred to clinic to cross the Ts and dot the Is cos my GP said it didn’t feel sinister!! The mammogram didn’t show anything and the ultrasound showed a 2cm mass which...
Going in at the scar previously which is runs down the side. Kitting up thr muscles rather than cutting through. I am do lucky. Therefore I should have minimum cording and problematic issues will br avoided. I I will report back hoe I get on.
Hi, I've been on tamoxifen for 2 years now. I've found a brand that suits me more than others but am still finding the hot flushes a nightmare. Has anyone found or done anything to help with them? Thanks in advance.
Hi, I started Letrozole in January and am now experiencing Menopause 2 beyond thunderdome. I have some of the listed side effects but not too bad, but is seems to be bone twinges rather than aching joints…..anyone else? Also bonus positive side...
hi lovely ladies How many of you have tried different brands pf letrozole? I decided that Accord was best for me but then my chemist annoyingly gave me Cipla. I have had horrendous side effects these past 5 days, it is quite debilitating... anyone else...
Hi folks but for the last day following my mastectomy on Friday I can hear fluid squelching in my armpit where the removed some lymph glands. Is this normal? I have no drain as my consultant does not like to fit these and I can’t see any swelling.
Hi, This is my first post. I'm 43, Grade 2, HER2 negative, ER8 PR8, 1 lymph node involvement. I've had a lumpectomy and now working out the next steps with regards to treatment...i've just had the prosigna test done and am currently awaiting results...
