How long do survivors of inflammatory breast cancer typically live?

Hi Lori, I don’t have IBC, but I’ve been reading about it, and what I found is that most IBC recurrences happen within the first 2-3 years, so the risk of recurrence decreases after this point. Keep in mind that most of the predictive stats we see on survival come from studies done from 1975-2015, so they don’t tend to reflect more favorable current scenarios due to emerging therapies. You’re going to be on the high side of any of those stats, just because you’re 2.5 years out of treatment and still cancer free. You’ve already beaten the odds. Then add to that the fact that new, more effective treatments are constantly being found. I know it’s easier said than done, but take it one day at a time. You’re cancer free right now, and there’s no reason that should change. Best wishes, my friend.

They keep finding new ways to treat. I have non small cell lung cancer stage 4. Which was treated with Keytruda. Had minimal side effects. This was 4years ago.

I never read “the odds” for my DLBCL. As a matter of fact, I’m not even sure what stage I was. I’m not putting my head in the sand, but I fought and prayed so hard to just focus on healing and dealing and living in the moment to get better. We got this all of you, we got this.🥰💪🏻🙏✝️💪🏻🙏🥰

After eight years, I developed from the radiation.Some gross in my throat, and it affects my veins, and it gave me a aneurysm

Having a complete response is truly wonderful news, and it's completely understandable that statistics can create worry even during positive moments. Survival statistics represent averages from past studies and don't predict individual outcomes, especially as treatments continue to improve and each person's situation is unique. Many factors influence prognosis beyond the type of cancer, and having achieved a complete response is an encouraging sign that the treatment was effective for your specific case.