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What is the possibility that you would die with breast cancer?
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anonymous
Survivor since 2009
That is the question that everyone wants to know. Unfortunately, at this time, there is no definitive answer. Yes, some do loose their battle to breast cancer. But with new advancements everyday, more and more women are overcoming their cancer. This is not a one-size-fits-all disease, so each...
1 comment 0That is the question that everyone wants to know. Unfortunately, at this time, there is no definitive answer. Yes, some do loose their battle to breast cancer. But with new advancements everyday, more and more women are overcoming their cancer. This is not a one-size-fits-all disease, so each diagnosis, each treatment, is different. But with hope and support we can beat this! And all of us are proud to say "I am a survivor!"
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
Breast cancer has a 90% survival rate. Yes, some people do not survive, but with the advances in medicine today, more and more people are surviving. Detecting it early is the key as with all cancers. Doing regular breast exams and getting an annual mammogram are just some of the ways to protect...
Comment 0Breast cancer has a 90% survival rate. Yes, some people do not survive, but with the advances in medicine today, more and more people are surviving. Detecting it early is the key as with all cancers. Doing regular breast exams and getting an annual mammogram are just some of the ways to protect yourself.
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Do fibroid tissue masses make a survivor more likely to have her breast cancer reoccur?
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What's the survival rate with bone metastatic?
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anonymous
Family Member or Loved One
Bone metastatic is also known as Stage IV breast cancer, because this is the stage of breast cancer in which the cancer spreads the bones. The 5-year survival rate is 16%. Be sure to look at the "Learn" section, there are some great videos that include a chapter on staging. Also, here's a link...
Comment 1Bone metastatic is also known as Stage IV breast cancer, because this is the stage of breast cancer in which the cancer spreads the bones. The 5-year survival rate is 16%. Be sure to look at the "Learn" section, there are some great videos that include a chapter on staging. Also, here's a link to the 5-year survival rates for different stages: http://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/About-Breast-Cancer/Stages.aspx
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If your are a triple negative survivor, then for how long?
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
I am a 9 year 4 months survivor of stage 2 triple negative b/c
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anonymous
Survivor since 2011
2 year survivor here. Diagnosed with stage one triple negative when I was 31
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What's the survival rate of breast cancer?
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
The rate actually depends on the stage and course of treatment. It can be as high as 90%
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
There is a 90% survival rate
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Should a bilateral mastectomy breast cancer survivor have mammograms or ultrasounds for follow up care?
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Have been on tamoxifen 3 years am now menopausal my doctor wants to change me to anastrozole, letrozole or exemestane. And have me take it for another 5 years. Is that the common practice? What are the side effects you have experienced with these drugs?
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Survivor since 2003-
anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
I have been on tamoxifen nearly 3 years just had a hysterectomy because I had thickening on my uterus, a side effect of the tamoxifen. The original plan was tamoxifen 3 years & then take ovaries out & go to an AI. I questioned why not hysterectomy & dr had an ultrasound which found the excess...
1 comment 0I have been on tamoxifen nearly 3 years just had a hysterectomy because I had thickening on my uterus, a side effect of the tamoxifen. The original plan was tamoxifen 3 years & then take ovaries out & go to an AI. I questioned why not hysterectomy & dr had an ultrasound which found the excess tissue. I now will be going on an AI but don't know which one yet.
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I have triple negative breast cancer that is extremely aggressive. Any one out there that is a long time survivor ?
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anonymous
Survivor since 2006
Hi Saphira, I was diagnosed with Triple Negative Stage 2A 5 years and 6 months ago. As I write this answer I am still Cancer Free and determined to make a difference in this world by brining awareness and helping women and men to know that early detection is the key to Amy type of cancer. I am...
1 comment 4Hi Saphira, I was diagnosed with Triple Negative Stage 2A 5 years and 6 months ago. As I write this answer I am still Cancer Free and determined to make a difference in this world by brining awareness and helping women and men to know that early detection is the key to Amy type of cancer. I am currently 58 years old and working with many breast cancer survivors . Stay positive spiritual and know that this to shall pass!!
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anonymous
Stage 2B Patient
My sister in law had stage 4 in both her breast and limp nodes she is about to celebrate her 10 year cancer free jn feb :) positive thoughts all the way !
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What date to you consider your anniversary date - surgery date or diagnosis date?
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anonymous
Survivor since 2006
Hi Tamara,
I asked my oncologist the same question 5 1/2 years ago and was told that it is the date that you are diagnosed. However, you may want to verify with your Dr.
Love and Blessings!!
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anonymous
Survivor since 2003
I had by biopsy and got my diagnosis on the same day valentines day 2003 hard to not remember every year
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I had breast cancer 2010. Had chemo and radiation, no problems. Now my nipples have are sore to touch and very sensitive. Should I be concerned?
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