Breast Cancer Care Forum

Hi Arnie I have had BC 3 times since 2011 all triple negative and had to have chemo each time last one was last year finished in October. Good that bone and CT scans were clear! If you do need more chemo you will get through it! Friends used to tell me this can honestly say didn't believe them by third time lol but I did!!! When is your surgery??? Sometimes it seems easier once you get going on the treatment treadmill and the waiting is behind you I know I felt that way xxxx ... View more

I have replied to your post in recurrence section please feel free to message me if I can help further x ... View more

Hi I have just had bilateral mastectomy after getting cancer back in left breast had had it in both breasts first in 2011in left breast second in 2013 right breast  . Both grade 3 triple negative had lumpectomys chemo and radiotherapy for both. Returned April this year grade 3 and triple negative again so no choice on left and was advised to have right breast removed as well. I haven't had recon as have had radiotherapy both sides and more complicated surgery I have an appointment to discuss in January next year. I wouldn't think your surgeon would have a problem doing bilateral my surgeon was one who suggested it! I have no regrets am just doing chemo again and if having bmx means I won't have to go through all this again that's all good news. Hope this helps xxx ... View more

Hopefully it will just be DCIS but if not I am glad? you will have the chemo. I don't regret having it again but think I would if it came back again and I hadn't. Good luck for your surgery and fingers crossed it is contained xxx ... View more

I too have been left with peripheral neuropathy but having different chemo this time around xxx ... View more

Hi I have now had TN 3 times first 2011 left breast lumpectomy chemo rads. Right breast 2013 lumpectomy chemo rads again. Left breast again May this year after negative genetics test last year. Have had bilateral mastectomy and having chemo again just started this Wednesday sorry. Obviously you can choose not to have chemo again but it was recommended as best treatment for me and I have gone along with the experts? But would never forgive myself if I was dx with it somewhere else if I hadn't had the chemo. It is VILE having it again but hoping this is3rd time lucky and it will be the end of it xxxxx       ... View more

TN is not always grade 3 it is mostly but a lot of ladies have grade 2 TH ... View more

I have read your comments 're node involvement with interest. I am now on my 3rd breast cancer in  4 years and all have been node negative and I have had chemo for the first 2  as triple negative and had rads for 1st 2. Have had bilateral mastectomy and waiting to start chemo for 3rd time. My point being that being node negative or positive does not guarantee anything!  ... View more

Thanks am doing ok driving easier now 3 weeks on. Good luck for your op and recovery take care of you! And everything else will sort itself out xx ... View more

Hi I . Had bilateral mastectomy on 8th May I started driving this Wednesday it is a bit painful when changing gears I also had nodes taken. I am only going short distances but couldn't stand, not being mobile. Wear padded jacket and seat belt not too uncomfortable. However I used to be a driving instructor I would speak to your insurance company just in case you are responsible for a learner and that may make a difference. Good . Luck xxx ... View more

Hi I am sorry you are having to go through all this again especially after quite a,long gap. I am on my third bc in 4 years so never got that long in between it is hard but you can do it xxx ... View more

Morning ladies I have posted on this thread a couple of years ago after having TN in both boobs. Am back now as just been dx with TN again in original breast. Now 3 times in . 4 years! Had lumpectomy chemo and rads first two times. Have had ct scan and bone scan last week and assuming they are clear am having bilateral mastectomy. Have been told that may need chemo again. Am just about getting my head around another diagnosis so quickly especially as had clear mammogram in January .  ... View more

I had just popped on here to see if people were aware of Lulu' s passing. Beautiful words Revcat Lulu was indeed a friend to all. I have had so much information from her in the past and she was always happy to share her knowledge and experiences . As you say heaven will be a pinker place this evening! A beautiful lady taken like so many others too soon. RIP Lulu free from pain but know you  will be sorely missed xxxxx ... View more

Hi there I would think the fec would be every 3 weeks then taxol weekly have heard that being done but fec every week is a bit harsh unless it is reduced dose? Good luck with it you will be fine I am sure xxxxxxxxxxxxx ... View more

Such  sad news RIP Val. Another taken too soon. Sincerest condolences to all her friends and family how lucky  you were to know such a fabulous lady  xxx ... View more

Hi jo I had chemo 2 years ago had Epi . Cmf have just had 6 tax last year it is hard doing it again!!and I think it is worse in some ways as you know a bit more!! But I got through it and you will too. Good luck xxxxx ... View more

Hi Smiley Sorry haven't replied have had PC problems!! Hope you are doing ok with chemo? I have my last one next  Tuesday YAY!! Then have rads planning on 5th Dec. My tooth fell out by itself so no need for dentist!!! Lulu Thanks for info re reduction in dose it's good to know it wont make a difference. I hope you are getting on ok and not suffering with too many se's!!! Am still signed off haven't had to deal with boss so all good there!!!   Jill xxx ... View more

Hi May    Just wanted to add to what the other ladies have said and confirm nuclear jab doesn't hurt. I wanted to say as well not to worry if blue dye seems to stick around for a while I had mine done in July and still have blue nipple!! No one told me it can take months to fade so was bit concerned!!! Good luck for op Jill xxxx ... View more

Hi May Sorry to hear your news but wanted to reassure you that you are not alone. I had first dx Feb 2011 left breast had WLE chemo and rads. Had clear mammo Jan this year then felt lump in April in right breast which was new primary had WLE and SNB and now just one c hemo to go then rads again! Both of mine were grade 3 Triple negative! It is a dreadful shock when it returns but you will get through it. I think the 2nd dx was harder to get my head round than first!! Sending very best wishes Jill   ... View more