I Want a Cure, But I'll Settle for Chronic...My first dose of reality came when I was diagnosed with de novo metastatic breast cancer (MBC). That was the day the...reactionscomments
Frustration & Loneliness of Advanced Breast Cancer...People with advanced breast cancer face many challenges and may, at times, be overwhelmed by the many frustrations of having and dealing...
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...reactionscomments
Returning to Chemo...After nearly five years since my de novo MBC diagnosis, I find myself facing progression to my liver and returning to IV chemotherapy...reactionscomments
Coping with Late-Stage Cancer...After all appropriate and necessary treatments have been tried, breast cancer may continue to progress or worsen, and doctors may determine it’s...
A Nurse’s Perspective on Ringing the Chemo Bell...I remember when the "chemo bell” was donated to the treatment room where I am an infusion nurse. The local news came...reactions51comments
My Pain Isn't a Number: How I Troubleshoot My Symptoms...Disclaimer: I'm not a doctor or medical professional. All comments and suggestions in this post are based on my personal experiences. Please...reactions1comment
A Love Letter to the Thrivers...I am a survivor of stage 3 breast cancer. I will celebrate 11 years post-diagnosis this coming June. I remember waking up from...reactions6comments
Portrayals of Cancer in Movies and Shows...It happens pretty often. You'll be watching a television show or movie, and then suddenly, BAM, the main character or someone they...reactions4comments
Community Member Spotlight: Celeste B....We sat down with one of our community members, Celeste Baldwin, and she shared how she is moving forward after an metastatic...reactions7comments
The Top Ten Worst Places to Lose Your Hair...When I learned that I would have to experience IV chemo, I confess that one of the first things I was concerned...reactions19comments
Cancer Ghosting: Navigating the Loss of Relationships...It's a topic that isn't often talked about, but it's something that many cancer patients experience: cancer ghosting. This is when friends...reactions4comments
The Cancer Bubble...How do you cope when it feels like your life is all about your cancer diagnosis? It's hard to believe that life...reactions3comments
Empathy, Cancer, and Caregiving: What Do They Have In Common?...Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another. I find myself relating to many of the complex feelings...reactions1comment
More Than Just Exercise: The Vital Role of Daily Movement in Managing Chronic Pain...I get it; trust me, I do. Most days, the last thing I want to do is get out of bed and...reactions1comment
Turning to Faith When Times Are Tough...I debated for a while whether I should write an article about religion. Faith is essential in my metastatic breast cancer journey...reactions6comments
Pain, Anxiety, and the Fear of Recurrence...I have advanced breast cancer, and my cancer presents in my bones. Having cancer inside my bones is tricky. On the one...reactions2comments
Do Not Be Scared To Ask Your Healthcare Team Questions...Recently, I have been experiencing more pain in my knee, and it's been weighing on my mind. I would ask myself, "Can...reactions4comments
Getting Ready for Chemo: What to Bring With You...When you start chemotherapy, it is natural to be a little nervous. You may not know what to expect. Talking with your...reactionscomments
My Experience with Fulvestrant: The Ups, the Downs, and What Helps...A little while into my treatment, my doctor told me I was stable enough to get off of fulvestrant injections. What is...reactionscomments
