Globular breast cancer ...2yeas ago I was diagnosed with lobeular cancer. I am still very sore and I have swollen area. The past 2 weeks I am having pain down my arm. Feels...reactions3replies
Growth and Grief as a Caregiver...Navigating the metastatic breast cancer community comes with its ups and downs—stories of strength and beating the odds, stories of love and loss, advocacy and burnout. I've made friends, found...reactionscomments
Community Views: Meaningful Connections With Providers...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...reactionscomments
Will My Disability Benefits Change If My Diagnosis Changes?...Getting approved for disability benefits from the US Social Security Administration (SSA) can take a lot of paperwork and patience. But you may be also wondering: What if my diagnosis...
Words of Advice...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...reactions10comments
The Fallible Caregiver Series: "Am I Enjoying Life?"..."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...reactionscomments
Chemo Side Effects: Diarrhea and Constipation...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...reactionscomments
Valerie David...NYC-based performer/playwright Valerie David performs her award-winning, internationally acclaimed solo show, The Pink Hulk: One Woman’s Journey to Find the Superhero Within. She wrote the autobiographical comedic drama to help...
Helping Men Come to Terms With Their Breast Cancer Diagnosis...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...reactions2comments
From Isolation to Connection: Telling My Story...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...reactionscomments
FAQs About Metastatic Breast Cancer...In 2020, more than 168,000 women in the United States were living with metastatic breast cancer. Men also can develop this advanced cancer, but their numbers are much smaller. If...
Feeling Invisible: The Importance of Caring for the Caregiver...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...reactionscomments
Staying Organized With a Medical Binder...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...reactionscomments
Moving and Changing: Navigating Its Challenges...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...reactionscomments
Diet and phytoestrogens...Hi 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...reactions10replies
Can Artificial Intelligence (AI) Help With Cancer?...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...reactionscomments
Preparing for Scans Physically and Emotionally...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...reactions3comments
Embracing Life's Twists: From Childhood Dreams to Unexpected Blessings...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...reactionscomments
Help with bones, lungs and skin...Been 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...reactions1replySymptoms
Staying Hydrated on Chemo Days...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...reactionscomments
