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Breast Implants?
Add that to the fact my mother died of breast cancer and I have to have .... I read so much in the responses that women's breasts got smaller after ...
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- M., I'd have to weigh in on the "no" side. I had a mastectomy 10 years ago on my left side and opted for a reconstructive implant. There are more negatives than ...
- I read so much in the responses that women's breasts got smaller after breastfeeding. Mine didn't change at all. Not at all, really. They were bigger during but wen...
- I say you go for it!! You cant be all that you can be with your family and friends if you are not happy with your self! I would just make sure you research a good do...
Mom Diagnosed with Breast Cancer
Three months ago I found out that my mom has breast cancer. .... All of their oncologists gave them the green light and it's helped all of these women. ...
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- Hi E. - I know you are so incredibly worried about your mom. Remember that you dont have to go this alone. Pull in your husband, other family members and your mom's ...
- I am sorry that you are having to go through this, it is really hard. I know that feeling very well I was 7 when my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer and 9 when sh...
- E., My best to you and your Mom in this very tough time. For chemo, she will probably get cold, so socks, mittens, scarves are all great gifts for her. Also, there ...
Mammogram While Breastfeeding
My sister had lumps, and my aunt had breast cancer, so I was considered high risk .... (BRCA-1) I would tell you and all other women to take these serously. ...
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- My sister was told she has dense breast tissue, so a mammogram will not pick up anything, she has to have an ultrasound done in place of a mammogram. My sister is well...
- Hi, Yes I'm one of the younger ones (28). But I have had experience with this. My Dr. wanted me to have a mammogram to assure himself that all I had was cat-scrat...
- Hi Becky, I just went throught the same thing. My daughter is now 11 months, but when she was eight months I discovered what seemed like a lump in my breast. They...
My Mom Has a Lump
breast cancer in 3 answersJust remember as I had to that breast cancer is ... Many women have breast cysts It's very common to have them I found my first ...
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- Many women have breast cysts. It's very common to have them. I found my first cyst when I was in middle school. When I was about 20 I had a biopsy on it, and they said...
- Wow, I will keep you and your family in my prayers. But let me ask you a domb question based on something that happened to me. Has your mom been in any accidents or ...
- I don't have any experience with this. I know my mom had a scare last year with a lump and it turned out to be a fibroid cyst. We were both very scared. I just wanted ...
Any Moms BRCA2 Positive?
I also wanted to bring some awareness to other women that have lost their mothers at an early age from breast and ovarian cancer, so they can look into gene ...
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- My friend and I were just talking about this Gene the other day. My mother was diagnosed with breast cancer at 50 years old (she is doing well now s/p lumpectomy and ...
- Dear K., My heart goes out to you. You are a very brave woman, with a level head a lot on your plate right now. You might want to try to contact a Gilda's club n...
- K., Wow, that's a lot to take in all at once. I agree with the other person here that suggested Gilda's Club,I would think there is support there. I would also a...
Breast Cancer Care Package
Read all 11 responses: "My mother has breast cancer and is starting her first round of chemotherapy next week. I would love some ideas of things to put in a ...
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- I know mints/hard candy were great for my mom when she was doing chemo. They helped with the metallic taste that she would get (which only added to her nauseousness) ...
- Hello: I am a breast cancer survivor. chemo is the worst part of the treatment. If she had to have surgery, I loved the little pillow that I had to put under my arm...
- Dear S. S: I also have breast cancer. I finished six rounds of chemo in April and just started radiation last week. For chemo different types of hats (make su...
What to Do for a Friend with Breast Cancer?
I'm a six year survivor of a very aggressive form of breast cancer that "younger " women get (young being under age 45 at time of diagnosis). ...
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- Norma's Challange is a wonderful source with a group of ladies who have been thru this themselves. Their number is listed in the phone book. They can be very helpful ...
- I was diagnosed with breast cancer and had a mastectomy in November 2005. I had further surgeries in 2006 to reconstruct a new breast. Here's what helped me. 1. T...
- Give the daughters alot of talk, and support, and just be there if you can cook dinner, answer the phone calls, so that she doesn't have to talk about it all the time....
Breast Implants & Mammograms
Is there a method that is affective for women with implants? .... Seeking Another Good Doctor for Detecting Breast Cancer Mammogram Vs. MRI ...
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- Hello! I just want you to know that implants won't make you a better person! Your self esteem should not rest on your chest (: Vanity vanity.........be proud of who yo...
- Actually implants under the muscle are helpful in finding any problems in the breast from what I have been told with mine.
- I would urge you to go to a good store (like Nordstrom or a specialty lingerie store) for a bra fitting before you even think about implants. (Well, you've obviously a...
Breast Lift
There is scarring, but a lot of women I saw have it done, were extremley satisfied ... R., I have many surgeries on my breasts......breast cancer twice. ...
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- I haven't gone through it. But a lady in my bible study works for a cosmetic surgeon. She was explaining the whole process to us. Unfortunately, the pain and recovery ...
- R., I have a reduction and lift surgery done 2.5 years ago and I hated it. However, it is b/c of the surgeon. He is located in Arlington. Not sure who you are going t...
- I have had implants and I love them. My friend had a lift and reduction. She is very happy with both. She said she didn't have any significant scarring. If you wou...
Breast Cancer
Read all 5 responses: "Trying to find other Woman with Breast Cancer or that has had it. I'm going to start Chemo on April.4 and I'm a stage 3."
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- G., I know several survivors of breast cancer. Be encouraged. Please call me and I will give you their contact information. S. C
- Hi G., There is a Breast Cancer/Thrivers meetup group. They may be able to refer you to some help. http://bcs.meetup.com Hope this helps. Good luck. D.
- Hi G., I personally have never had it, but my mom's mom & about 5 of my distant female family members on my mom's side have all had BC, my granny twice, 1 of my co...
