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What is radiation therapy like after lumpectomy for breast cancer?

I had a lumpectomy and my doctor says radiation therapy is the next step in my treatment plan. They explained that it uses high-energy beams to target any remaining cancer cells in my breast area and help reduce the chance of cancer returning in that location. I'm trying to learn more about what this experience might be like from people who have been through it. If you've had radiation therapy after breast-conserving surgery, I'd really appreciate hearing about your journey. • What was your daily routine like during radiation treatments? • What helped you prepare for or manage the treatment period? Thanks for sharing your experiences - it means a lot to connect with others who understand this path.

Has anyone else had mixed mucinous breast carcinoma?

I’m 78. I had invasive mixed mucinous carcinoma with DCIS. - ER positive, 95.0% - PR positive, 98.8% - Her-2 negative, 0 - Ki-67: 10.10% 👉Has anyone else here had Mixed Mucinous carcinoma? I Had double mastectomy July 1, 2024. No radiation no chemo…was on Letrozole nine months. pain was so bad she put me on Anastrozole for six months. had anxiety attacks, depression, extreme mood, emotional changes. Took a break for one month started tamoxifen February 1, 2026. Mucinous carcinoma is rare. It’s hard to find anyone that has had it with their breast cancer. Thanks.

Anyone else get a seroma after sentinel lymph node biopsy surgery?

Anyone develop a seroma at sentinel lymph node biopsy site? Took two nodes during surgery almost 3 weeks ago and last week I got a seroma just under the incision site. The incision is healed and my surgeon aspirated 18 cc of fluid on Tuesday but it’s still painful and some fluid has returned. Seroma is very tender and surrounding area still has nerve related pain: burning, chaffing etc. I’ve got an ace compression bandage around the area as advised. Doesn’t seem to be improving. I see surgeon again this coming Tuesday.

What are some natural remedies for joint pain without prescription meds?

Any recommendations for joint pain, I don’t want to take any thing prescribed.

How can I reduce the cost of Kisqali after breast cancer treatment?

I'm 67 years young. I started anastrazole this week after a lumpectomy (stage 2a) with 1 of 3 lymph nodes positive. I finished 33 radiation treatments 2 weeks ago. The Oncotype biologic tumor recurrence score is 11, 2% Distant Recurrence with AI, <1% Benefit of Chemotherapy. After researching Kisqali as directed by my oncologist, my cost after Medicare if approved is $4700/month for. 3 years is prohibitive. If anyone knows of a way to bring the cost down from $56k per year, please share.

What is a MammaPrint test and how does it help with breast cancer?

What is a mammoprint?

How to manage joint pain from letrozole when anti-inflammatories stopped?

I am on letrozole for a year. My Joint pain and back pain Is horrible. I was approved for thc. I take drops at night. It puts me to sleep but I don’t stay asleep. They stopped by anti-inflammatory which has made things worse. I am taking turmeric but have not seen any change. Any suggestions?

What helps with vaginal dryness from tamoxifen treatment?

I’ve been on tamoxifen for almost a year now and have been experiencing vaginal dryness and atrophic irritation. Does anyone have any recommendations for products or treatments I can use to help manage these symptoms?

Is ribociclib worth it with the side effects? Starting soon after radiation

Is anyone on ribociclib? Im about to start in a few weeks as i finish my radiation tomorrow. Im so skeptical reading about the side effects. Is it worth it? Im also on letrozole and joints are achy.

How can I manage severe constipation from Kisqali during breast cancer treatment?

Seeking Kisqali advice…I’m currently a year out from chemo and almost a year from radiation (it ended in March 2025). Double mastectomy in May 2024. I’m on Lupron monthly injections, anastrozole & kisqali. I’ve narrowed it down to the kisqali causing me the most problems. Fatigue (I’ve learned to deal with). But I’m having terrible constipation. I eat anywhere from 3-5 servings of vegetables per day if not more. Eat almost all real whole food. I take GO-3 Plus, it contains a pre, pro & post biotic; a digestive enzyme Go-Digest, and I also take Rest & GO at night (it contains B vitamins, biotin, cascara sagrada and multiple other herbs). I’ve added 2 packets of fiber per day and even a gentle bowel movement support vitamin that’s made to take at night in the morning to try and help. Eventually it works but it’s painful and frustrating. Has anyone else had this issue? Any advice?