Under The Mask: Undergoing Brain RadiationRadiation oncology is a powerful tool, especially in the metastatic setting. There are various types of radiation, or radiotherapy, to treat metastatic breast cancer. I personally have had it to...reactionscomments
Remembering Danielle ThurstonWe are extremely heartbroken to share that AdvancedBreastCancer.net team member, Danielle Thurston, passed away on Friday, October 29th, 2021. Danielle was first diagnosed with stage II triple-negative breast cancer in...reactionscomments
On the Edge of My SeatThere's good news for us, breast cancer sufferers, walking around with sore tushies from monthly Fulvestrant shots. According to a recent press release, the Menarini Group and Radius Health announced...reactions2comments
I'm So Stressed Out!Whether it’s waiting for scan results, getting ready to go back to work after taking time off for surgery, spending hours on the phone with your health insurance company, or...reactionscomments
The Metamorphosis Of OctoberBreast Cancer Awareness month doesn't hold the same meaning for everyone, and that's OK. To some people, it's a time to celebrate they survived treatment & came out the other...reactions3comments
Meet My Caregiver!One of our advocates interviews her husband for Caregiver Awareness Month. Caregivers are our unsung heroes and this month we want to highlight their voices, their experiences, and their stories...reactionscomments
Mentoring, Part 5I hope you have enjoyed our mentoring series! Amanda and I had such fun talking about these issues, emailing, and learning more from each other as we put together this...reactionscomments
What It's Really Like To Have A CraniotomyHaving brain metastases, routine brain MRIs are the norm for me. But never did I think one would discover an old hemorrhage. It was then I was told I would...reactionscomments
Getting a Second Opinion: Letting Go of GuiltI understand first-hand how awkward and stressful it can be to ask your doctor for your records to be sent to another doctor. When I was diagnosed with stage 2...reactions2comments
Still Infusing, Still ThrivingI submitted my diagnosis story in 2019. I want to talk about the last two years with metastatic breast cancer, No Evidence of Active Disease (NEAD). One reason is there...reactions2comments
Mari’s Fight Against Inflammatory breast cancer15 years ago my aunt fought her first battle with cancer. It was Lymphoma. Although the waiting list was extremely long she went through all the treatments needed and was...reactionscomments
Community Member Spotlight: Natalia PardonMeet Natalia who was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer in 2013. She shares her experience and what has been helpful to her since her diagnosis. I was diagnosed in 2013...reactions1comment
Advocating for Advanced Breast Cancer PatientsBreast cancer advocate and friend Martha Carlson is a force to be reckoned with. When you read her Twitter bio: “Stage IV breast cancer patient advocate, writer, dreamer, kayaker, with personal...reactionscomments
Diagnosis, Part 4We all want to believe that our oncologists are just a few steps away from Godliness. And that they spend the majority of their mental energy thinking about our specific...reactionscomments
How Do You Maintain Hope?Hope means having the courage to face and overcome obstacles in life. Living with advanced breast cancer (ABC) can make this a tall order. We wanted to hear from you...reactions2comments
Then & NowEditor's note: Susan shares about her metastatic breast cancer experience. I was afraid; I am now at peace I was pessimistic; I am now optimistic I felt angry; I now...reactionscomments
Community Views: What Metastatic Breast Cancer Feels LikeYou feel many things – physically, mentally, and emotionally – with metastatic breast cancer (MBC). From the shock of diagnosis to the reality of daily exhaustion, you have many feelings...reactionscomments
Community Member Spotlight: Mandy ReedOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In recognition, AdvancedBreastCancer.net is highlighting the stories and experiences of community members living with advanced or metastatic breast cancer. Mandy was diagnosed with ER+/HER2-...reactionscomments
I Never Thought About Breast CancerIt was back in 2013. I noticed my left breast was very swollen. I immediately went to my doctor. I was insistent that something was wrong. He referred me to...reactions1comment
Community Views: Where Did Your Breast Cancer Metastasize to First?Finding breast cancer cells in other areas of the body means the cancer has metastasized. Bones, liver, lungs, lymph nodes, and the brain are the common sites for metastatic breast...reactions2comments
