How Common is De Novo Metastatic Breast Cancer in Younger Patients?

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MA

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2 years ago

How many of you were diagnosed de novo metastatic vs metastatic via recurrence? Just curious how common/uncommon de novo mBC is amongst younger patients i e. Under 50? I was dx de novo mBC in may 2023 w mets to bones (femur/hip) & liver via CT scan after i tripped and pulled a muscle in my thigh ( 46 yrs old)

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De novo metastatic breast cancer does occur in younger patients, though it's less common than in older age groups. Many patients in this community have shared similar experiences of unexpected diagnoses discovered through routine scans or after seemingly unrelated symptoms. Connecting with others who understand this journey, whether diagnosed de novo or through recurrence, can provide valuable support and shared experiences that help navigate this challenging path.

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CA

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3 months ago

De novo metastatic breast cancer does occur in younger patients, though it's less common than in older age groups. Many patients in this community have shared similar experiences of unexpected diagnoses discovered through routine scans or after seemingly unrelated symptoms. Connecting with others who understand this journey, whether diagnosed de novo or through recurrence, can provide valuable support and shared experiences that help navigate this challenging path.

How Common is De Novo Metastatic Breast Cancer in Younger Patients?

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