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RE: Anyone Else with Bilateral Breast Cancer?
By Lms7663, 2 months ago
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| @creativewithcancer Before my cancer dx I was an RN for a breast cancer surgeon. Treatments are so amazing now. I know you’ll going to do great. If you’re comfortable sharing: Who is your oncologist... | ||
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RE: Anyone Else with Bilateral Breast Cancer?
By Creativewithcancer, 2 months ago
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| @mirkat63 Also, they told me the chances of recurrance are the same between the two surgeries -- is that not correct? | ||
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RE: Anyone Else with Bilateral Breast Cancer?
By Creativewithcancer, 2 months ago
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| @mirkat63 They didn't and I forgot to ask. Maybe I'll message the nurse? I do know the chances are somewhat low that genetics will be involved but I think I'll feel more settled once I hear about that... | ||
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RE: Anyone Else with Bilateral Breast Cancer?
By momoftwo, 2 months ago
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| @creativewithcancer I wanted the double mastectomy because I didn't want to worry about it later on. At first, they said they wouldn't remove healthy breast tissue. I said I WANT it removed. Then they... | ||
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RE: Anyone Else with Bilateral Breast Cancer?
By Creativewithcancer, 2 months ago
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| @slb Thanks so much! I will do that! | ||
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RE: Anyone Else with Bilateral Breast Cancer?
By SLB, 2 months ago
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| Hi! I did not have cancer in both breasts but I did have DCIS & IDC in my right breast. I chose to have a double lumpectomy & also had reconstructive surgery on both sides. I was very happy wi... | ||
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RE: Anyone Else with Bilateral Breast Cancer?
By Creativewithcancer, 2 months ago
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| @lms7663 It is DCIS in on and IDC in the other. They are ER and PR + and right now I have oncoplasty planned (lumpectomies with reduction). But I still need to meet with plastic surgeon and get the re... | ||
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RE: Anyone Else with Bilateral Breast Cancer?
By Creativewithcancer, 2 months ago
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| @mirkat63 Did the doctors encourage the double mastectomy because of it being in both breasts? Or was that just what made sense for you for a different reason? | ||
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RE: Anyone Else with Bilateral Breast Cancer?
By Creativewithcancer, 2 months ago
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| @iamasurvivor Thank you so much! I will do that as I begin to sort it all out. | ||
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RE: Anyone Else with Bilateral Breast Cancer?
By Lms7663, 2 months ago
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| I did not have in both breast. Do you have your bio marker results back yet? Do you know what type of breast cancer it is. I had triple positive on my right breast. If I can help you in any way let... | ||
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RE: Anyone Else with Bilateral Breast Cancer?
By momoftwo, 2 months ago
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| I had cancer in one breast and "suspicious cells" in the other. I had a double mastectomy but no radiation or chemo. Sending good vibes your way. Take care!! | ||
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RE: Anyone Else with Bilateral Breast Cancer?
By Iamasurvivor, 2 months ago
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| I did not have cancer in each breast but I did have 2 different spots in one breast. Wishing you good luck and positive experiences in your journey. Post any additional questions you may have and I ... | ||
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Anyone Else with Bilateral Breast Cancer?
By Creativewithcancer, 2 months ago
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| Hi! I'm new here and newly diagnosed with bilateral breast cancer. I'm gathering it is quite rare, and wondering if anyone else here is facing the same? I don't have my genetic testing back yet, but i... | ||
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RE: OT
By janedoe7, 3 months ago
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| I had OT for cording and radiation fibrosis too. I believe I have said it somewhere else on here, but I tried to DIY my cording using YouTube videos while waiting to get in, and not only was it not he... | ||
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RE: OT
By Nope, 3 months ago
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| Hi there, agree, PT/OT is truly helpful. I started recently for radiation fibrosis and nerve impingement from cording before radiation. The PT discovered areas I didn’t even realize were an issue. I’... | ||
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OT
By SLB, 3 months ago
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| Hi there. I just wanted to share my experience with occupational therapy. I had a few sessions after my breast surgery & it helped me heal faster & got me ready to have radiation. After I fini... | ||
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DIEP Round 3 Post Collins
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| I recently had my third revision surgery at KU and switched to Dr. Braun after having my previous surgeries with Meredith Collins. Dr. Braun took a different surgical approach, and while it is ... | ||
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RE: Walking Group
By thebreastcastg, 4 months ago
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| Yes, there will be a Mall Walk/Coffee Talk on Saturday, December 13, at Oak Park Mall. We are meeting at 9:15 a.m. at the seating area in front of Nordstrom, then walking from 9:30-10. Partners, frien... | ||
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Walking Group
By Jenny_marshall, 4 months ago
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| Hi Everyone! I think an email went out about a mall walking group this Saturday, but I now I can't find the email. Does anyone have any info on this? Thanks! Jenny | ||
