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Learning About Breast CancerThe Early Detection Plan is a reminder system that will remind the participant to perform month self check exams, annual doctor administered exams, and periodic mammograms. The frequency of the mammograms will be dependent upon your age, your personal history and family history of breast cancer.
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Learning About Breast CancerRecently diagnosed in my lymph nodes on my chest wall as well as many lymph nodes regionally after mastectomy chemo radiation and hormonal therapy. First dx 1/2010 this time 2/2012. Prayers and hugs going your way. Keep in touch.
1 comment 1Recently diagnosed in my lymph nodes on my chest wall as well as many lymph nodes regionally after mastectomy chemo radiation and hormonal therapy. First dx 1/2010 this time 2/2012. Prayers and hugs going your way. Keep in touch.
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Learning About Breast CancerI am thinking that if you don't have breasts yet you are very young and probably too young to get breast cancer but if you have anything that concerns you speak to your mother or your doctor.
1 comment 0When your breast are starting to develop you start to get "breast buds". The areola (darkened nipple) area start to swell and is tender to touch this is normal development of puberty. Any time you have concerns about your body you should talk to you mom or another adult and ask questions. ...
When your breast are starting to develop you start to get "breast buds". The areola (darkened nipple) area start to swell and is tender to touch this is normal development of puberty. Any time you have concerns about your body you should talk to you mom or another adult and ask questions. Cancer does not have any age limits.
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Learning About Breast CancerWhat type of doctor did you see? I would ask someone experienced with breast cancer, personally. Also age doesn't matter- I was 35 when diagnosed. Usually a 6 month wait is to see if nodule/growth grows/changes. Were there tumors? be sure to tell doctor of any family history too.
Comment 0I saw my family doctor. I want to get a second opinion though, she hasn't really told me anything that's going on. She also didn't tell me where the things were found. The lumps are near the outside toward the armpit, but the questionable one is near the 6oclock area.
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Learning About Breast CancerIt really depends on the type of biopsy you're having performed. I had a core needle biopsy done. They deadened the area first and it wasn't painful....just a little uncomfortable that's all. I had to hold my arm above my head for a little while and it was sore. It was worth it finding my cancer...
It really depends on the type of biopsy you're having performed. I had a core needle biopsy done. They deadened the area first and it wasn't painful....just a little uncomfortable that's all. I had to hold my arm above my head for a little while and it was sore. It was worth it finding my cancer so I could begin treatment. :)
It depends on where the biopsy is located. I would arrange for a driver. I had 3 done- 2 in breast, 1 in lymph node. Lymph node area has more nerve endings and tends to be more painful area, but mine was ok. I had a hemotobin from first breast tumor biopsied, so that hurt. That's an atypical...
It depends on where the biopsy is located. I would arrange for a driver. I had 3 done- 2 in breast, 1 in lymph node. Lymph node area has more nerve endings and tends to be more painful area, but mine was ok. I had a hemotobin from first breast tumor biopsied, so that hurt. That's an atypical experience though. The other 2 did not hurt. The anesthetic shot was worse than the biopsy. Good luck!
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Learning About Breast CancerAbsolutely have this checked. My breast where breast cancer was found felt "weird." This is NOT to say you have breast cancer at all. For your own peace of mind have this checked. Take care, Sharon
2 comments 3Cancer can be sneaky...have it checked out soon. I couldn't even feel my cancer and it was found on a mammogram. Keep us updated and prayers for you.
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Learning About Breast CancerIt is scary to find a lump'. How brave of you to seek help! Most likely the lump is not cancer. It is common to have one breast larger than the other. However, please share this with your mom or woman you trust. For peace of mind , it is best to get it checked out by a doctor. Please keep...
It is scary to find a lump'. How brave of you to seek help! Most likely the lump is not cancer. It is common to have one breast larger than the other. However, please share this with your mom or woman you trust. For peace of mind , it is best to get it checked out by a doctor. Please keep us posted. We care about you!
Go to talk to your Mom. There are lots of little lumpy things that are not even related to cancer.
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