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In reply to the discussion: I have breast cancer [View all]surfered
(10,028 posts)6. My mother had bi-lateral breast cancer...
        ..years  between the episodes.  She had a lumpectomy, radiation, and took tamoxifen.  When she eventually passed in her 80s, it was not from cancer .
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        That's a tough diagnosis.  I hope your journey is successful.  Do whatever the doctors tell you to do and most
        LoisB
        Nov 2024
        #28
      
        
        You will get through this. Holding you in my heart and sending healing waves your way.
        Oopsie Daisy
        Nov 2024
        #31
      
        
        I'm so sorry. Sending hugs. I went through the same thing last year, cancer in two spots, both of them
        LiberalLoner
        Nov 2024
        #32
      
        
        So sorry to hear this.  I know everyone is different, but my sister-in-law and a good friend both went thru
        iluvtennis
        Nov 2024
        #34
      
        
        As a healthcare provider, I can honestly tell you to try not to panic.  I totally understand the
        BigDemVoter
        Nov 2024
        #45
      
        
        I'm sorry to hear of your diagnosis.  Wishing you healing thoughts and prayers for succesful treatment.
        virgdem
        Nov 2024
        #52
      
        
        I'm so sorry.  Prayers and healing vibes for you.  It's a scary diagnosis, but treatments are so good now,
        highplainsdem
        Nov 2024
        #60
      
  