Articles

Too often, having metastatic breast cancer also means having difficult relationships with your doctor and other healthcare providers. We hear a lot of stories from members of the AdvancedBreastCancer.net community...

Throughout any cancer journey, advanced stages or not, you will likely receive a lot of unsolicited advice. This advice can come from anyone in your life. Doctors can give you...

"Am I enjoying life?" I found myself pondering this question on a recent lonely drive. Have I truly embraced the joy of being alive in this world? Throughout my life...

Well, this chemo side effect is one of my top nemeses that I fight regularly. I know I'm not alone in this one, so let's go where no one wants...

Not everyone understands that breast cancer is a genderless disease. This was even more so when I was diagnosed with stage 3 inflammatory breast cancer 10 years ago. At the...

I have a pretty unique story. I'm sure people often say that, but I truly believe in mine. Not only did I have cancer at 25 for the first time...

I don't mean to sound selfish or pitiful, but sometimes, as a caregiver to someone with cancer, I feel forgotten and invisible. People seem to forget to care for the...

Editor's Note: This article was written by Brittney Tellekamp and originally appeared on our partner site BladderCancer.net. When I was diagnosed with cancer, I suddenly found myself in charge of...

Lately, life in "cancerland" has felt so overwhelming; I feel a little lost, adrift in the changes our recent move across the country sent rippling through our lives. Even when...

In the world of artificial intelligence (AI), opinions vary from adoration to aversion, with many still in the dark about its capabilities. Personally, I was a bit late to the...

I think it's safe to say that almost everyone's top fear when they live with metastatic breast cancer is the fear of recurrence. We undergo the therapies, take the drugs...

As I reflect on my life's journey, a childhood dream of mine stands out vividly among the rest: my dream of becoming a mother. As a young girl, I'd stuff...

Feeling more thirsty than usual on chemotherapy days is normal. It is important to pay attention to this sign from your body. But getting enough fluids can be tricky after...

I debated for a while whether I should write an article about religion. Faith is essential in my metastatic breast cancer journey, so I wanted to share this aspect of...

Lately, I've been thinking about people like traffic signals: red, yellow, and green. Do you know your colors? Do you know the people in your life by their actions, which...

There comes a time every 3 months when my partner, Steph, receives an infusion of a drug called Zometa. Zoledronic acid (brand name Zometa) is a medication delivered via an...

It happens pretty often. You'll be watching a television show or movie, and then suddenly, BAM, the main character or someone they love has cancer. Can we ever escape portrayals...

Our lives are filled with family obligations, work and school responsibilities, healthcare appointments, and busy schedules. Stress is a normal part of life. But sometimes, stress can get out of...

We all know this metastatic breast cancer "game" we have to play is challenging for us and our families. The constant doctor's appointments, monthly scans, medication side effects, and never-ending...

I said, "I look alright," as I glanced at myself shirtless in the mirror. "Even though I'm a bit chubby, this baggy shirt still makes me look decent." My dog...