Surgery and Recovery

CDK4/6 inhibitors with hormone therapy for HR+ breast cancer?

I have HR-positive, HER2-negative metastatic breast cancer and I'm currently on first-line treatment with fulvestrant alone. I recently learned about CDK4/6 inhibitors like palbociclib, ribociclib, and abemaciclib being combined with hormone therapy for my type of cancer. My oncologist and I may discuss these combinations for future treatment options if my current therapy needs adjustment. I'd love to connect with others who have a similar diagnosis and have experience with CDK4/6 inhibitor combinations. • If you've used a CDK4/6 inhibitor with hormone therapy, what was your experience like day to day? • What do you wish you had known before starting combination treatment? Link: https://d218mh3sadleh5.cloudfront.net/Clients/Stemline/Orserdu/ORSERDU_DTP_Important_Facts_Document.pdf

What happens when a tumor is attached to the carotid artery?

SCC HEAD NECK DISECTION...well all done and very surprisingly 0% Pain very minimal drainage..BUT Seems the tumor root has attached itself to my Carotid artery they couldn't get..waiting to hear from tumor board today July 15 2026 And see what the next step is possible Carotid bypass or keytruda or both..

Will chemo shrink my throat cancer tumor?

Was diagnosed with throat cancer in May doctor said it treatable already had 2 sessions of chemo will chemo shrink the tumor or radiation

How do I handle surgery alone after my double mastectomy?

I had a double masectomy in December and still have expanders in. I had to file a restraining order against my husband and still need to have several other reconstruction surgeries. I am alone and scared the next surgery will be as hard as the last double masectomy only this time I won't have help. Anyone out there gone through this? Fear and anxiety take over and even with prayer it's hard to overcome.

Can oncologist recommend pool as medically necessary for cancer care?

I’m looking at putting in a pool for future exercise and health. I thought it would help keep my boys busy. In researching, it seems a plunge pool is best so that I can exercise, manage sanitation, and use year round in South Carolina. It has numerous health benefits and can support recovery. Has anybody had their oncologist writes a suggest as medically necessary? Does anybody have experience with this? It will take the weight off my breast once I’m cleared. It seems positive for mental health. I want to keep active, return to activity and avoid public pools, guns, etc the next year as I start treatment.

How do you manage neck stiffness and numbness after neck dissection?

I had a neck dissection for SCC after prior removal of positive lymph node. Latest scan is good. I had opted out of Keytruda or more radiation. How does this community deal with stiffness, numbness and sore wound?

Has anyone had HIPEC surgery for PMP cancer? How did you feel?

I have PMP,a rare slow growing cancer. I'm having cydoreductive surgery with HIPEC (Heated chemotherapy) Has anyone else gone through this and how do you feel?

What happens after bilateral mastectomy with clean lymph nodes?

Had bilateral mastectomy (stage 1 Her positive) with reconstructive surgery June 15 lymph nodes came back clean. Had minor infection had to have both breasts incisions cleaned and resewn. Waiting to hear back to determine next steps of treatment was referred to oncologist.

What radiation options did you choose after lumpectomy for DCIS?

I recently had a lumpectomy for Stage 0 breast cancer (DCIS) and I'm learning about my radiation therapy options. My doctor explained that I have three main choices: whole breast radiation, which is the standard approach that treats the entire breast; accelerated partial breast irradiation, which targets only the area around where my tumor was removed; or potentially skipping radiation entirely in some cases. Since I'm postmenopausal with hormone-positive DCIS, I may be a candidate for the partial radiation or possibly no radiation, depending on factors like tumor size and grade. I'd love to hear from others who faced similar decisions after their lumpectomy for DCIS. • What radiation option did you choose and how did you make that decision? • What was your experience like with whichever treatment you selected? No

Should I get more tests after prostatectomy with stable low PSA?

Hello all. About a year ago I had a radical prostectectomy with removal of the surrounding lymph nodes. At that time my Gleason score was 4/5. Afterwards my PSA was measured at 0.01. Watchful waiting was recommended at that time. A recent PSA came back with the same number. My question is, is there another diagnostic procedure that should be done even with the continuing low PSA number. Fred K.