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Hi have biopsy Monday after micro calcification’s found on right side in a 3 year post bc lumpectomy and node removal. think it’s so much worse for me this time round and feel in a constant state of utter panic - so unlike me but the worry is beyond...
Currently waiting for my mastectomy this Thursday ,it has spread to the axillary lymph nodes under my arm, rrecently my breast feels heavy,achy and warm, not to the touch but inside if that makes sense? plus under my arm really aches too. Has anyone experienced...
Hi my name is Annette and I am 64 and I was told on Tuesday I got grad 2 Brest cancer I still feel numb they put me on medication and I got some os the side effects but the wort one is the pain under my arm if like I been carrying heavy weight I had this...
Hi - Im new and having tests for a possible second DCIS in good breast. Does anyone know if you can have radiotherapy twice? had it 3 years ago in left now seems there may be an issue with right side and im worried about radiotherapy again. Have all...
Has anyone had this? Been told side effects are a bit less, but been reading fibrosis and cosmosis is worse. Partial shrinkage.
I’ve been prescribed Tomoxifen but I’m so nervous about taking it because of the horror stories I’ve heard and read about. I honestly don’t know what to do. My breast cancer nurse has spoken to me but I’m not convinced. Any advice would be greatly appreciated...
Can anyone advise on what is the best bra for comfort after a lumpectomy and node biopsy. I am nine days post surgery and the scars are really sore. I am wearing a soft sports bra but this is not terribly comfortable. I would be greatful for any help
Has anyone experienced similar feelings? I was diagnosed with ER+ breast cancer, had mastectomy and full node clearance, pet scan confirmed the all clear thankfully, then 6 rounds of chemo, 5 sessions of radiotherapy, finished December, and now taking...
Hi all, I had my 1st radiotherapy session this morning. I’m now experiencing a sore boob and painful arm & shoulder. Is this something to expect after only one session? Also my chest area and boob have red patches in some areas. I have moisturised...
I don’t even really know what to say, just trying to figure out how to deal with today. My mum, my absolute world was diagnosed with breast cancer today. I’ve been with her today and know I need to be strong for her. She has to be okay
