Managing Breast Cancer Bone PainBreast cancer can spread beyond the breast and lymph nodes to other areas in the body. This is called metastasis or secondary...reactions3comments
The Importance of Knowing Your Sub-TypeThere is important information about every individual person’s cancer that doctors need to know to recommend the most effective treatment. The type...reactionscomments
Letting Go of Toxic RelationshipsDeciding when it’s time to end a toxic relationship is a lot harder than it looks. I’ve had more than my fair...reactionscomments
What Are the Differences Between Early & Advanced Breast Cancer?The key difference in identifying early versus late-stage breast cancer involves the location of the tumor. In addition to the diagnosis, there...reactions3comments
Making Medical Decisions That Work for YouShared decision-making is a collaborative process that allows patients and their healthcare team to make health-related decisions together. This process takes into...reactions4comments
4 Simple Steps to Making the Most of Your AppointmentsHearing that you have cancer for the first time can be incredibly overwhelming. In fact, many patients feel that they are in...reactionscomments
How Do I Prevent and Manage Lymphedema?Lymphedema is swelling in the arms, legs, hands, or feet. People with breast cancer often see it right after surgery to remove...reactionscomments
Is There a Role for Primary Surgery in Stage IV Breast Cancer?Breast cancer is the most common cancer in American women after skin cancers. There is about a 1 in 8 chance that...reactions2comments
Myths & Misconceptions: Diet, Nutrition & Advanced Breast CancerThere are a lot of myths and misconceptions surrounding diet, nutrition, and breast cancer. Julie shares her thoughts on some of the...reactions2comments
Top “Power Foods” to Combat or Help With Side EffectsSometimes cancer treatment can result in poor appetite, difficulty eating or challenges with digesting food. Note, there are no “magic foods”. The...reactionscomments
Take Your Best Guess: ABC In America StatisticsEach person’s experience with advanced breast cancer (ABC) can be unique. In order to find out more about life with ABC, we...reactions1comment
Understanding BRCA1/2 Gene MutationsEveryone — male and female — has BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes (often written as BRCA1/2). BRCA1/2 are a type of gene called...reactionscomments
Is a Clinical Trial Right for Me? 5 Questions to Help You DecideMaking decisions can be tough, especially when they relate to your health! One decision you may face is whether or not participating...reactionscomments
Tumor Markers and Advanced Breast CancerTumor markers are substances that are produced by cancer cells or by other cells in the body when they are in the...reactionscomments
Genetic TestingSome people may choose to have genetic testing to understand their risk of developing breast cancer especially when there is a history...reactionscomments
5 Ways to Support Circadian Rhythms When You Have Advanced Breast CancerRecently, a research team at Penn Medicine published a report identifying the underlying reasons why chronic disruptions of circadian rhythms can lead...reactionscomments
Clinical Trials as a Treatment OptionWhen you’re dealing with a major health issue or condition, it’s helpful to know that in addition to standard treatment, complementary or...reactionscomments
What is a Living Will?The word “will” can seem loaded when mentioned in casual conversation, and it might seem morbid to talk about or even unnecessary...reactionscomments
Aid In DyingWhen an individual has a disease that is incurable and may cause a significant amount of pain and suffering, they may choose...reactionscomments
Chemotherapy and SexGoing through chemotherapy (chemo) is exhausting, emotionally and physically – there’s no way around it. When you get started, you’ll likely have...reactionscomments
