The Fallible Caregiver Series: How to Start a Cancer Support Group...When my wife, Rebekah, was re-diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer 8 years ago, we were shattered and lost. She was only...reactionscomments
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...reactions26repliesTreatmentSide Effects
Advocating for Metastatic Breast Cancer: A Patient's Journey...Breast cancer is a disease that affects millions of lives worldwide. While overcoming breast cancer is undoubtedly the goal, the journey doesn't...reactionscomments
How Does One Hang On to Optimism and Joy?...Advanced breast cancer brings minimal blessings, but I found them when I searched for them. I'm speaking for myself here; your experience...reactionscomments
Have you experienced bad gas as a result of chemotherapy?...Smelly farts, flatulence, bad gas... whatever you call it, have you experienced this unexpected side effect from chemo? How have you managed...reactionsrepliesSide EffectsTreatmentChemotherapy
Have you used Kanjinti as a part of your HER2- treatment plan? ...Are you currently, or have you previously, taken Kanjinti has been a part of your treatment plan? Help others in the community...reactionsrepliesTreatment
Did a warm breast prompt you to get screened for breast cancer?...In certain cases of breast cancer, the breast may become warm to the touch. While warmth may be due to other non-cancerous...reactionsrepliesSymptoms
Long Term Survivors?...Hola —- I just rounded 3 years of stability, NED, with 3week Ibrance and monthly Faslodex. Please, please tell me there are...reactions19repliesTreatment
Chemo Brain Solutions...I've written previously about my diagnosis with chemo brain (cancer-related cognitive impairment or cognitive dysfunction), and suffice it to say, learning that...reactions4comments
Different Hormone Medication Experiences...One of the first lines of defense for my type of cancer is a monthly shot in both butt cheeks. Doesn't that...reactionscomments
Waiting for the Scan That Changes Everything...Scan day. It's here again, and I can't sleep. Tomorrow I will wake up and kiss my child goodbye while she still...reactions1comment
I Have De Novo Ogliometastatic Breast Cancer - Can I Stop Treatment?...Last month while at my oncology appointment, I decided to ask my doctor an unpopular question. I asked her if she ever...reactions6comments
The Fallible Caregiver Series: Asking Her Meaningful Questions...My wife, Rebekah (35), lives with stage 4 breast cancer. My duties as her caregiver have increased over the last 8 years...reactions1comment
Working, Your Career, and Metastatic Breast Cancer...Metastatic breast cancer (MBC) can impact your life in many ways. An important factor it can affect is your career. One study...reactionscomments
How has MBC impacted your career? ...If you were still working when you were diagnosed, did you continue to do so? Did you share your diagnosis with your...reactions39repliesWork & Employment
Staying Alive Is Not Cheap...Unsurprisingly, drugs to treat metastatic breast cancer are outrageously priced. So imagine my shock when I learned a new medication I needed...reactions2comments
7 Things You Should Never Say to a Caregiver...You mean well and genuinely feel sympathy for your friend who cares for someone with advanced breast cancer. We know you mean...reactionscomments
Saying Goodbye to a Friend...Several months ago, I lost my friend Ashley to metastatic breast cancer. A mutation of the PALB2 gene caused Ashley's cancer. Words...reactions1comment
Finding Your Tribe...Since there are many different types of breast cancer, finding your tribe for practical help and support on social media may take...reactionscomments
Chemo Side Effects: Temperature Regulation...I’ve been on chemotherapy in one form or another for almost 8 years straight now. Anyone living with cancer has undoubtedly heard...reactions1comment
