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  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: FDA Approves Another Treatment for Metastatic HER2 Breast Cancer

    The FDA just approved the new treatment for about 20% of breast cancer patients who have a particular form of the disease that overproduces the...

    Started by gdpawel, 02-22-2013 07:08 PM
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  2. Sticky Thread Sticky: SHARE supports, educates, and empowers people affected by breast or ovarian cancer

    http://www.sharecancersupport.org/share-new/ SHARE supports, educates, and empowers people affected by breast or ovarian cancer. ...

    Started by heartofsoul1, 02-10-2013 07:26 PM
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  3. Sticky Thread Sticky: Innovative breast cancer treatment UK

    Watched on the ITV UK evening news a report on a new procedure for the treatment of breast cancer and as they stated it could be applicable to other...

    Started by Baz10, 10-02-2011 07:58 AM
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    10-08-2012 05:31 AM Go to last post
  4. Sticky Thread Sticky: READ THIS BEFORE POSTING

    Dear Users, In order to make these forums more enjoyable, when you ask something about breast cancer, please include the following in your post ...

    Started by leo, 02-23-2005 01:59 AM
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    08-12-2006 10:06 PM Go to last post
  1. Advices on understanding the symptoms needed

    Hi everyone, I'm a 22 years old girl and before 4-5 months or so i had my first breast echo and i was diagnosed with several lumps. One was big...

    Started by Alba_al, 05-16-2013 08:32 AM
    • Replies: 2
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    05-16-2013 10:07 AM Go to last post
  2. Double mastectomy!

    After speaking with 2 surgical oncologists, I was advised by both that a mastectomy of the cancerous breast is the only option given the size of my...

    Started by Niki1202, 04-20-2013 10:09 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,175
    05-11-2013 02:18 AM Go to last post
  3. Wink 32 and mammogram scheduled

    First, let me apologize for being one of those not yet diagnosed posters. I know you are not doctors and can't tell me what I have or don't have. ...

    Started by carmen315, 05-08-2013 06:31 AM
    • Replies: 6
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    05-10-2013 07:25 AM Go to last post
  4. Seeking advice

    I am a 73 year old woman and have recently found a breast lump in the right breast. FNAC report says that the lump has highly atypical cells and...

    Started by Lakshmi, 05-08-2013 07:40 PM
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    05-08-2013 07:40 PM Go to last post
  5. 32 and recently diagnosed

    Hi everyone, I was diagnosed with BC earlier this week and needless to say I am terrified. I'm a mother of a 7 year old and all I keep thinking about...

    Started by Niki1202, 04-14-2013 04:45 PM
    • Replies: 5
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    05-07-2013 10:52 PM Go to last post
  6. Palbociclib granted Breakthrough designation

    Palbociclib looks promising for estrogen-receptor-positive breast cancer. Also known as PD-0332991 ...

    Started by lancepeace, 05-07-2013 01:54 PM
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    05-07-2013 01:54 PM Go to last post
  7. Starting to get scared.

    I'm starting to get scared. I found another bump on my left breast and I'm really scared to have it checked. I had 3 cysts removed 12 years ago and...

    Started by Samstered51, 05-05-2013 05:00 AM
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    05-05-2013 06:02 AM Go to last post
  8. Pain during core needle biopsy

    My friend had a core needle biopsy in a surgeon's office and the pain was so intense that she fainted repeatedly! She is supposed to go back to have...

    Started by PK, 10-30-2004 09:38 PM
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    04-30-2013 12:19 AM Go to last post
  9. Anyone just not want to do it?

    Had my first appt with Oncologist yesterday, I'm freaking out. I have the choice to either have my entire breast removed or just part of it. He then...

    Started by bookwriter, 04-20-2013 05:47 AM
    • Replies: 9
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    04-29-2013 07:39 AM Go to last post
  10. What would you do, living in a rural area?

    Next week I will be having a mammo/ultasound on two lumps. My PCP wants to refer me for a surgery consult, as well. While I know that there is an 80%...

    Started by cindersmella, 04-27-2013 05:47 PM
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    04-27-2013 07:20 PM Go to last post
  11. does a breast needle biopsy hurt?

    I am scheduled for a needle biopsy on Monday, to examine two cysts identified in my left breast yesterday, on mammogram and ultrasound. My OB said...

    Started by mary_athens_greece, 03-29-2013 06:08 PM
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    04-26-2013 08:51 AM Go to last post
  12. Excruciating pain during stereotactic biopsy

    I experienced extreme pain during stereotactic biospy. I know this is quite rare. My radiologists was responsive and gave extra lydocaine but it...

    Started by wray1959, 08-13-2005 11:49 AM
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    04-25-2013 07:12 PM Go to last post
  13. Having biospy Tuesday

    I'm 50 years old, strong history of breast cancer in family, including my mother. My last 3 mammograms have been followed by compression and...

    Started by bookwriter, 04-07-2013 05:07 PM
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    04-15-2013 07:52 AM Go to last post
  14. Advice on armpit lymph node

    Hello everyone, I am new to this site basically I am up late tonight searching for answers that my doctor cannot give me. I have had a armpit...

    Started by smiley1, 03-13-2013 08:18 AM
    • Replies: 2
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    04-09-2013 01:47 PM Go to last post
  15. New Here

    Just diagnosed with stage4 breast cancer spread to lymph nodes and spine - and ovarian (separate primary). Have ascites, which is what brought me to...

    Started by NMgal, 04-07-2013 09:25 PM
    • Replies: 2
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    04-09-2013 12:59 AM Go to last post
  16. Being sent for ultrasound and mammogram on Tuesday

    Hello, I'm 27 (almost 28) and recently found a lump on my left breast by accident. I felt it through my shirt, through a closer observation I felt it...

    Started by Kleenecks, 03-22-2013 11:40 AM
    • Replies: 4
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    03-29-2013 05:52 PM Go to last post
  17. I am losing my mind. Please help me!

    I truly hope I am not offending anyone by posting on here. I am just going insane, and I need some advice and have nowhere else to turn. I am...

    Started by beto1234, 03-27-2013 09:06 PM
    • Replies: 2
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    03-28-2013 09:27 AM Go to last post
  18. Are THC based medical products harmfull for estrogen positive breast cancer patients

    Warm greetings Can be Sativex,Marinol,or extracted cannabis oil harmfull for patiens with estrogen positive cancer? There are some data that...

    Started by agiz, 03-27-2013 03:02 PM
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    03-27-2013 03:02 PM Go to last post
  19. BRCA tests

    I have been referred to a genetic oncologist with the hope of having the BRCA tests. I have been told to allow an hour to an hour and a half for this...

    Started by Papillon1, 03-15-2013 02:37 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    03-16-2013 10:29 PM Go to last post
  20. Herceptin (Trastuzumab) for Breast Cancer Linked to CNS Metastases

    During the past decade it has been frequently observed that patients with breast cancer treated with a taxane-containing chemotherapy regimen, either...

    Started by gdpawel, 03-15-2013 02:31 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 428
    03-15-2013 02:34 PM Go to last post
  21. Circulating Tumor DNA Detects Metastatic Breast Cancer

    Circulating cell-free DNA carrying tumor-specific alterations (circulating tumor DNA) is more effective at monitoring metastatic breast cancer than...

    Started by gdpawel, 03-14-2013 08:49 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 435
    03-14-2013 08:51 PM Go to last post
  22. Edema in armpit

    I actually have lung cancer, so I never posted on this part of the forum before now. But, here's my problem. I had metastasized lymph nodes removed...

    Started by Razzlesnaps, 02-28-2013 09:21 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 477
    03-14-2013 04:41 PM Go to last post
  23. Where do I post? Secondary breast cancer

    ..in the brain (this is the main one), liver, chest....I looked at the brain tumor forum but it says its for primary cancers...:?

    Started by Papillon1, 03-11-2013 04:35 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    03-11-2013 10:04 PM Go to last post
  24. New Breast Cancer Song ....

    ...as a song writer I write (in this case a co-write) about things that are important to me, that hit close to home, I have experienced, or mean...

    Started by kenmdeck, 01-15-2013 01:53 AM
    • Replies: 1
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    03-01-2013 08:08 PM Go to last post
  25. My wife's chances of getting this?

    I was researching into the gene about a family that has had a history of breast/ovarian cancer. My wife is 26. On her dad's side of the family,...

    Started by The Best Around, 01-14-2013 12:55 PM
    • Replies: 2
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    03-01-2013 07:59 PM Go to last post
  26. Cesium Chloride for Breast Cancer stage IV - ANYONE??

    We are helplessly trying to find a cure for our mom, 64, whoa has breast cancer that metastasized to bones and liver. After various natural and...

    Started by formum, 01-07-2013 04:02 PM
    • Replies: 3
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    02-28-2013 03:29 AM Go to last post
  27. CA 15-3 and Follow Up

    I have an issue i hope someone can shed some light on. Wife had BrC in late 80's (age 37) and again in 1991. Two separate cancers, diff pathology....

    Started by Pratoman, 02-28-2013 01:11 AM
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    02-28-2013 01:11 AM Go to last post
  28. Help with Surgical Pathology Report Pls

    I had Stage I, ER+ breast cancer in April, 2010. I had a lumpectomy, chemo and radiation and am cancer free as far as I know. In reading my surgical...

    Started by Debbe, 02-28-2013 12:42 AM
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    02-28-2013 12:42 AM Go to last post
  29. Tried Essiac?

    Breast cancer Felt lump in 2002 Diagnosed in 2005 at age 39 Got pregnant at agfe 39 and advised to abort by oncologist and gynecologist...

    Started by spiritlead, 07-26-2008 12:37 PM
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    02-16-2013 06:54 AM Go to last post
  30. How much did you use your wig during hair-loss chemo?

    Still have a few weeks before chemo starts, and am curious if a wig will be worth the investment? Now that the season is changing, I actually...

    Started by maginutah, 02-29-2012 08:55 PM
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    02-14-2013 04:58 PM Go to last post
  31. concerned newbie

    I have a few questions, well really one. I know that most of you are going through way more than I can imagine; I really hope I am not annoying...

    Started by Stal2020, 02-03-2013 01:24 AM
    • Replies: 2
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    02-14-2013 04:55 PM Go to last post
  32. The Role of the Platinum Derivatives in Cancer Therapy

    Robert A. Nagourney, M.D. Rational Therapeutics The discovery of cisplatinum and the subsequent development of its derivatives (carboplatin and...

    Started by gdpawel, 02-13-2013 07:43 PM
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    02-13-2013 09:34 PM Go to last post
  33. Survivors Story From the Cancer - Victory only with Strong Mind

    Samantha's Story, diagnosed at 28 Too Young for having a LINK DELETED AS PER FORUM POLICY disease! I just celebrated my 28th Birthday last month....

    Started by medibird, 02-11-2013 03:49 AM
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  34. Molecular Profiling Doesn't Trump Standard Pathology

    Antonio C. Wolff, M.D. Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore Gene expression profile testing to guide decisions regarding the use of adjuvant...

    Started by gdpawel, 12-06-2012 12:11 AM
    • Replies: 6
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    02-09-2013 06:33 PM Go to last post
  35. Women helps spread message that people living with cancer can still feel beautiful

    http://thelook.today.com/_news/2013/02/06/16872125-woman-with-terminal-cancer-a-model-of-beauty-in-paris-photo-shoot?lite By Scott Stump, TODAY...

    Started by heartofsoul1, 02-07-2013 03:32 AM
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    02-07-2013 03:32 AM Go to last post
  36. Tamoxifen - what are your experiences?

    I know that Tamoxifen is typically perscribed for breast cancer. I will begin this drug shortly however, I have been battling stage 4 ovarian cancer....

    Started by AFighter, 02-04-2013 04:19 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    02-06-2013 05:35 AM Go to last post
  37. ascites

    Hello all. My mom got breast cancer about 12 years ago, which she fought with chemo, radiation, and a masectomy and went into remission. The cancer...

    Started by Laurenleigh1313, 01-26-2013 04:11 PM
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    01-26-2013 04:11 PM Go to last post
  38. Reconstruction

    I am currently in neoadjuvant treatment for breast cancer after which will most likely have a mastectomy to my left breast. I am on Medicade do not...

    Started by Tbailey, 01-19-2013 07:41 PM
    • Replies: 0
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    01-19-2013 07:41 PM Go to last post
  39. Metastised breast cancer first time post

    My wife was recently discovered with metastised breast cancer. She had mets in pretty much all her body including the brain. She is Her++ so was put...

    Started by Lovinganit, 01-13-2013 06:03 AM
    • Replies: 1
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    01-14-2013 02:54 PM Go to last post
  40. Monthly breast self examination video

    Hi, I think this is an important topic to put at the top of this forum. Please, examine your breasts once a month! The earlier it is detected, the...

    Started by brainman, 06-26-2007 09:25 PM
    • Replies: 5
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    01-11-2013 09:43 PM Go to last post
  41. Brca2

    What do you guys do to treat your BRCA 2 mutation. What is your typical day life because you hsve this mutation and what does you family need to know...

    Started by yahya, 11-29-2012 07:16 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    01-04-2013 09:09 PM Go to last post
  42. Clear mammogram and ultrasound with Large Lump

    About 6 weeks ago my left breast began to get a little sore and over the next week I noticed the bottom third of breast felt like the tissue was...

    Started by Zoiesmama, 11-30-2012 07:37 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,152
    01-04-2013 08:50 PM Go to last post
  43. Exclamation Please help!

    So a very dear friend of mine that lives with us just had her first cancer treatment last week. She is in the hospital now due to the fact that we...

    Started by Alexia, 01-04-2013 03:34 AM
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    01-04-2013 03:34 AM Go to last post
  44. Hello friends, Iam From INDIA - Breast cancer to mom

    Hi Friends, iam here becos my mother ( Age - 65 years ) , is diagnoised with breast cancer ( High grade, non invasive, insitu ductal carcinoma )...

    Started by Tanoj, 12-15-2012 12:55 PM
    • Replies: 4
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    12-25-2012 10:48 PM Go to last post
  45. New here

    Good Morning! I have an appt tomorrow afternoon with my Dr to check a lump I have found in my left breast. I also believe I feel a lump in my...

    Started by azihmom, 12-12-2012 02:29 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 600
    12-12-2012 09:54 PM Go to last post
  46. Post I Want to know more about cancer

    Hello i want to know more about cancer so please suggest me there any ebook or Android and iPhone app provide details about Cancer . Jhon

    Started by Jhon__S, 12-04-2012 06:01 AM
    • Replies: 2
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    12-11-2012 09:30 AM Go to last post
  47. Hodgkin's Survivors/Secondary Breast Cancer

    Hi everyone, Is there anyone out there who had Hodgkin's Lymphoma (Disease) many years ago and has had a secondary breast cancer diagnosis? I...

    Started by Andra2000, 09-05-2012 06:18 AM
    • Replies: 5
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    12-09-2012 07:51 PM Go to last post
  48. Ways to cope with phantom breast pain

    I had DCIS (ductal carcinoma in situ) in Feb 2008 found during a precautionary double mastectomy (I have a rare genetic disorder called Cowden...

    Started by AndreainArkansas, 12-09-2012 04:38 PM
    • Replies: 0
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    12-09-2012 04:38 PM Go to last post
  49. Please Read My Message in Cancer Pain Thread

    I just posted a message down below in the Cancer Pain thread, because I was not sure where to post it. I have not been diagnosed. Will some of you...

    Started by retirednhappy, 12-08-2012 06:05 PM
    • Replies: 0
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    12-08-2012 06:05 PM Go to last post
  50. Mastectomy Bra Survey

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    Started by jroseb, 12-08-2012 03:11 PM
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    12-08-2012 03:36 PM Go to last post

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