Finding the Right Oncologist...I knew nothing about metastatic breast cancer (MBC) before my diagnosis in July 2020—even in the early months that followed, when I...reactions2comments
Advanced Breast Cancer: A Man’s Perspective...Being newly diagnosed with advanced breast cancer is a shock no less for men, than it is for women. Fortunately, Gary Wong...reactionscomments
Amy M. Kefalas...As a single mother managing a progressive cardiovascular disease that affects both my heart and lungs, I never imagined I would here...
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
A Bucket List for Living Intentionally After Diagnosis...In mid-2017, I was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. Before I knew what was happening, my breast cancer started in...reactions1comment
Symptoms – Breast Warmth...Many people with breast cancer have no symptoms when they are first diagnosed. For others, there may be warning signs. If you...
Symptoms - Changes in Size or Shape of Breast...One of the symptoms that breast cancer may cause is a change in the size or shape of the breast. The breast...
Symptoms - Breast or Nipple Pain...While most breast cancers do not cause pain, some patients may experience breast or nipple pain. Pain in the breast or nipple...
Symptoms - Lump or Mass...Some breast cancers form lumps or masses in the breast tissue. However, noncancerous (benign) conditions can also cause harmless lumps in the...
How Is Breast Cancer Diagnosed?...A breast cancer diagnosis may require several tests and different doctors. The path to a diagnosis may begin with regular screening tests...
Common Signs & Symptoms of Breast Cancer...Breast cancer develops when changes occur in the cells that make up the breast. Most breast cancers develop from the cells that...
The Fallible Caregiver Series: You’re In the Ring Too...I like to think of myself as a manly man. When we moved to Oregon last year, I applied for jobs at...reactionscomments
Living With MBC Without a Caregiver (Part 2)...This is part 2 of a 2-part series on living with MBC without a caregiver. The previous article addressed how this situation...reactionscomments
Fatigue from Cancer Treatment: What It Is and How To Deal With It...I was exhausted. All I wanted to do was sleep, but even that was difficult. Every day, I battled fatigue from my...reactions7comments
Community Shares: What I Miss Most About Life Before Advanced Breast Cancer...Receiving an advanced breast cancer diagnosis can feel like it changes everything, especially in the beginning. It can touch every aspect of...reactions11comments
Community Views: What Metastatic Breast Cancer Feels Like...You feel many things – physically, mentally, and emotionally – with metastatic breast cancer (MBC). From the shock of diagnosis to the...reactionscomments
The Reality of Life as a Thriver...A thriver’s life begins in the most surreal way. It is changed by four small words: “you have metastatic cancer”. This means...reactions1comment
Getting a Second Opinion...A diagnosis that does not feel right – or a potential misdiagnosis – can be overwhelming. You may have many questions about...
Managing Symptoms and Side Effects...Living with advanced breast cancer is challenging, both emotionally and physically. Along with symptoms from the disease, treatments used to slow or...
