Post-Treatment / Survivorship

Why does food taste terrible after eating during cancer treatment?

I have completed 7 weeks of radiation and three rounds of chemo for early stage base of tongue cancer. When I eat something, the taste is ok at first but as I continue to eat the taste turns into something terrible. Also, I have a constant clear fluid running from my nose.

How long do ovarian cancer survivors stay on Zejula maintenance?

Stage 4a HGSC Ovarian cancer survivor. Diagnosed August 2022, 3 rounds chemo, debulking/hysterectomy, 3 more rounds. On Zejula until May 2026. (3years). Clean scans thus far. So grateful!

Why am I crying so much after breast cancer surgery and treatment?

Hello I was diagnosed with triple positive cancer. Left breast stage 2A grade 3. I had a mastectomy on left side and a lift/reduction on the right. When I was coherent they informed me that there were residual cancer cells that they took out thank God. I now have to do kadcyla for 14 treatments. Im having my 3rd tomorrow. Only thing is that I hope I can go to work afterwards 😕.. im self employed so when I dont work, I dont get paid. It sucks but my health is priority atthis time. My question is this:: have any of you post surgery have had very sad moments that you cry for no reason? That's me as of late and im thinking it's everything my body has been through coming to a head. Who knows with me.

What are the risks of prostate removal if cancer returns after radiation?

I had prostate cancer in 2023, completed 45 sessions of radiation concurrent with 6 months of ADT. 2 years of PSA test results are below .07, but have increased a little bit periodically. My concern is that if the cancer does return what are the negatives for removing the prostate? I tolerated the radiation okay, but the ADT wiped me out and it took a long time to work through the fatigue and other side effects, which still linger. I’m 79 and active and don’t want to return to days of fatigue, absence of testosterone, etc.

Looking for others with stage 2A ovarian clear cell cancer - how are you doing?

My name is Vicky and I was diagnosed with stage 2A ovarian clear cell cancer. I had a complete hysterectomy in March 2025. I had 6 rounds of taxol and carboplat and then followed with 25 doses of pelvic radiation. Luckily pre treatment I had no Mets. I had the radiation as out of the box therapy because my cancer was due to asymptomatic endometriosis. My first PETCT in January 2026 was NED. Can anyone with my diagnosis reach out to me and tell me your story and how you are doing? I pray that we all have good luck fighting through our new normal. I’ll be going for more scans at the end of March. Thank you for reading

Has anyone else with CLL experienced more skin cancers after treatment?

Hi, I am John and have had CLL for 4 years and just finished a year long chemo treatment. My numbers after treatment were good. I am blessed with God as my pilot. I have always had skin cancers but recently they are in high gear. I have all the surgeries they do for skin cancers. I believe there is a connection with the CLL. I am wondering if anyone else has experienced this issue and can help me navigate the future. Much thanks, John

What follow-up care should I expect after mastectomy and radiation for stage 2A breast cancer?

I had invasive ductal carcinoma stage 2A. Double mastectomy. 16 days of hypofractionated radiation. I have chosen not to take letrozol. What should my follow-up treatment be?

Should I be worried about calcifications found during breast exam after cancer?

Hi everyone, I am Karon. I was diagnosed with breast cancer 1 year ago. I’m in the process of taking the dreaded tamoxifen in March 2026. I had a breast exam on Friday. My radiologist wants me to get a biopsy in my left breast die to calcification. I am praying that my results are benign. Statistically, 0.2% of persons have breast cancer in the opposite breast after initial diagnoses of breast cancer. I’m not sure what God has planned for me, but I don’t want to go through this again. Please keep me in prayer. Thank you.

Has anyone with inflammatory breast cancer seen tumor markers double but stay normal after 3 years?

Question......... Anyone who has had imflamtory breast cancer and be out 3yrs ever get a tumor marker that doubled example mine from 11.2 to 22.4?? But still be within the normal range? All other blood work a little off but not a lot .... Do I need to b considered? Any other reasons this may happen? Doc set up for 6 months check. Ask if I had any swelling in foot and ankle and leg like a long long time ago?? Any thoughts anyone? K thanks

How to connect with other colorectal cancer survivors for support?

Hi everyone I’m NED but would like to find support and make friends with people who have experienced colorectal cancer diagnosis.