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Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer: Finding Hope in Others' Journeys

CO

Community Member

7 months ago

Just starting my metastatic breast cancer return after 8 years. It is in my spine which I’m told is all lit up like a Christmas tree. It’s wonderful to read about other journeys where life spans are greater than 2 yrs. Gives me hope.

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Reading about others who have lived well beyond initial expectations can be incredibly powerful and uplifting during this challenging time. Many people in this community have shared stories of thriving for years with metastatic breast cancer, and connecting with others who understand this journey can provide both practical insights and emotional strength as you navigate your treatment path.

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VM

Community Member

7 months ago

Connie, hope is very important on this journey. I'll give you some more. Every bone in my body lit up except below my elbows and knees except my skull... That came later. Now I only have 3 hot spots. I started my metastatic journey 1/19/2016=9+ years. My original BC was in 2002. You will have some bad days, I count the good days. I've seen at least 5 new drugs since my 1st treatment. Praying you will mostly a good journey.

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JT

Community Member

6 months ago

Im similar, whole spine and my femur were affected, after 18 months just a few spots on the Pet scan.

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CA

Community Member

2 months ago

Reading about others who have lived well beyond initial expectations can be incredibly powerful and uplifting during this challenging time. Many people in this community have shared stories of thriving for years with metastatic breast cancer, and connecting with others who understand this journey can provide both practical insights and emotional strength as you navigate your treatment path.

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