My Experience with Fulvestrant: The Ups, the Downs, and What HelpsA little while into my treatment, my doctor told me I was stable enough to get off of fulvestrant injections. What is fulvestrant? Well, consider yourself lucky not to know...reactionscomments
Finding a Caregiver for Someone With Metastatic Breast CancerLife with metastatic breast cancer can require extra assistance and support. This care varies by the stage of cancer and ranges from skilled hands-on work to simple errands. Handling all...reactionscomments
Plant-Based Recipe Ideas for People With CancerAs a person living with advanced breast cancer and certified in health and nutrition, one of my most significant considerations is the food that I consume. I have been a...reactions1comment
Dealing With Cancer RecurrenceAsk anyone in the advanced breast cancer community, and I can guarantee that we all have the same fear: recurrence. So, what is recurrence, exactly? Breast cancer recurrence happens when...reactions1comment
Finding a Job at a Time Like ThisWorking feels essential to living a normal life. I enjoy leaving the house and doing something fulfilling with my time. Having something to spend time on that doesn't concern cancer...reactions1comment
Feeling Left Out: How MBC Affects Plans and FriendshipsDoes having metastatic breast cancer ever make you feel forgotten by others? I feel like I am often left out or forgotten. Let me explain. Do you ever see friends...reactions3comments
Finding Financial Assistance for TreatmentMany illnesses come with steep price tags. Once you have a diagnosis, navigating treatment expenses can be challenging. Insurance plans cover some expenses. But out-of-pocket costs add up quickly. We...reactionscomments
Parenting These Days: Managing Emotions Among CancerI put my 7-year-old in school this year. A significant life event I never in my wildest dreams thought I would one day see. For many reasons, of course, other...reactionscomments
The Unknown HitchhikerWhat if I told you that while looking through photos of that first vacation you took with that special person, you noticed something? Not a fingerprint smudge or a reflection...reactionscomments
Standing Alone: The Pain of Family Not Showing UpWhen I received my diagnosis of stage 4 metastatic breast cancer, I was devastated. I remember sitting in the doctor's office, the weight of those words sinking in, and thinking...reactionscomments
Ten Years Blue in a Sea of PinkThere's a lot I've learned since my breast cancer diagnosis in early 2014. It's obviously a dramatic, even traumatic diagnosis, but, as a guy, hearing "sorry, but you have breast...reactions2comments
October 2024 Awareness Month GiveawayAs we observe this year's Breast Cancer Awareness Month, our focus is on providing comfort and support when it matters most. We understand that dealing with metastatic breast cancer (MBC)...reactionscomments
Living With Osteoarthritis and Metastatic Breast CancerLiving with metastatic breast cancer in my bones is a challenge. It's hard on its own, but what happens when you also have another bone or joint disease in addition...reactions4comments
Preparing for Scan Day at a New ClinicI recently had a scan at a brand-new clinic. I was pretty nervous because my last scan showed progression. Now, I have a new oncologist, and the process of scans...reactionscomments
Emphasizing Accessibility in Community EventsTo me, the best thing about doing something super fun one year is being able to plan the next year. I love the planning phase of an adventure. Laying it...reactionscomments
Dr. Deanna Attai: Ground-Breaking Breast Surgeon and EducatorDr. Deanna Attai has had a distinguished career as a breast surgeon. Dr. Attai graduated with honors from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1990. She then completed residency at...reactionscomments
How Do Drugs Get Their Names?Whether you take 1 drug or many prescriptions, you may wonder where those long, confusing product names come from and whether they mean anything. Turns out, drug names are chosen...reactions1comment
Remembering Marlena MurphyWe are incredibly saddened to share that AdvancedBreastCancer.net Health Leader Marlena Murphy passed away. We are thinking of Marlena's loved ones, especially her daughter, family, friends, and extended family. Marlena...reactions2comments
Missing the Person You Were Before CancerI miss my old self; at least, I miss the person I used to be before cancer—the person without pain, anxiety, and worry. I miss the person who didn't spend...reactionscomments
Burnout Is Real, Take Care of YourselfI'm genuinely baffled at how quickly time passes these days. It doesn't feel like 5 years have passed since 2019, but here we are. I swear it was just yesterday...reactionscomments
