Featured What were your initial symptoms of breast cancer that led you to see a doctor?Whether it was a noticeable change in appearance, sensation, or any other symptom, what clued you in that something wasn't quite right?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesSymptoms
FeaturedIn America survey: Help others understand the impact of living with stage IV breast cancerThe In America survey is now closed To better understand the patient experience and realities of living with stage IV breast cancer, we are fielding our annual In America survey...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesCommunity
Active 3 days agoDiet and phytoestrogensHi All. I am 44 years old and six months ago had treatment, BC ER+. Stage 1, breast preserved. My own aunt also had breast cancer but the tumour was...Reactions 0 reactions Comments10 replies
For those who find it difficult to advocate for themselves, what would make it easier?Advocacy can take on different meanings for people. For those living with MBC, there are usually 3 different types: self-advocacy, individual advocacy and systems advocacy. All kinds of advocacy are...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesAdvocacy
Help with bones, lungs and skinBeen reading someone like me, no pains at all but now in bones, skin and lungs at 74 won't be able to live or respond to treatment as its too...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesSymptoms
Have You Experienced Cancer Ghosting?Cheryl experienced ghosting, especially toward the end of her life. Travel because a challenge because of the pain in her back (mets on some ribs, her spine, and her right...Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 repliesCopingFriends & FamilyTips & Advice
What questions do you have for the AdvancedBreastCancer.net community?No one has to go through metastatic breast cancer alone...what questions do you have about your diagnosis or journey that the community can help address?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments17 repliesCommunityTips & Advice
Do you feel that your medical team listens to and understands you? With doctors' appointments being such a critical component of your lives and treatment plans, it is vital to have a medical team that you feel hears and understands you. What...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesAdvocacyTips & AdviceHealthcare Team
What has been your experience with taking Letrozole (Femara®)?What has your experience with the hormone therapy, letrozole, been? Did you experience any unusual side effects? If so, do you have any tips for managing them?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments18 repliesSide EffectsTreatment
How do you feel about the term "survivor"?Do you use it when describing your experiences or those of others? If not, what do you prefer? Today we are thinking of everyone whose life has been impacted in...Reactions 0 reactions Comments19 repliesCommunity
What frustrating side effect you are currently experiencing as a result of your treatment?Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer is challenging, both emotionally and physically. Treatments used to slow or stop cancer’s growth can cause unwanted side effects and create additional strain on a...Reactions 0 reactions Comments20 replies
Considering treatment for pleural effusionI have bilateral pleural effusions. I have had one thoracentesis. I have decided to stop systemic treatment of cancer, my focus is comfort and quality of life. I am interested...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesTreatmentTips & Advice