Breast Cancer: 1,219 Real Stories

1,219 stories match breast cancer. 974 of them mention surgery.

Virgie, who was diagnosed with Stage I Invasive Lobular CarcinomaBreast Cancer

Stage I Invasive Lobular Carcinoma: Virgie's Patient Story

Patient Info: Virgie Shaw, Female, 70+ | Stage I

As of January 2022, Virgie had Stage I invasive lobular carcinoma removed by partial mastectomy, lymph node biopsy was negative, there were no signs of spread, and she needed no further treatment except regular hormonal therapy medication.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Martha, who was diagnosed with Stage II Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage II Breast Cancer: Martha's Patient Story

Patient Info: Martha | Stage II

Martha underwent multimodal treatment for stage II breast cancer and remained focused on living, supporting others, and seeing her son build a fulfilling life.

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OutcomeNot reported
Ornella, who was diagnosed with Stage II Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage II Breast Cancer: Ornella's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Ornella, 40s | Stage II

After a breast cancer recurrence in 2022, Ornella was declared cancer-free in September 2022.

Our Cancer Stories
OutcomeCancer-Free / NED
Karol, who was diagnosed with Stage III Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage III Breast Cancer: Karol's Patient Story

Patient Info: Karol | Stage III

Karol continued hormone therapy for stage 3 breast cancer after a broader treatment plan including surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation had been recommended.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Simone, who was diagnosed with Stage IV Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage IV Breast Cancer: Simone's Patient Story

Patient Info: Simone | Stage IV

Simone has recently been diagnosed with Stage IV breast cancer and is awaiting the start of her planned treatment.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Edith, who was diagnosed with Stage III Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage III Breast Cancer: Edith's Patient Story

Patient Info: Edith | Stage III

Edith said her breast cancer was in remission while she continued hormone therapy; she had also begun separate treatment for lymphoma.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Mary, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Mary's Patient Story

Patient Info: Mary

Mary said she was in remission while continuing medication.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Siti, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Siti's Patient Story

Patient Info: Siti

Siti is recovering after treatment for a second breast cancer in the same breast and remains concerned about another recurrence.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Diana, who was diagnosed with Stage III Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage III Breast Cancer: Diana's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Diana, Female, 40s | Stage III

Diana described herself as being in remission while continuing low-toxicity antineoplastic monotherapy. She remained in active follow-up and focused on rebuilding daily life.

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OutcomeCancer-Free / Remission
Mandy, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Mandy's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Mandy

Mandy said her doctor had declared the breast cancer in remission, and she continued hormone therapy.

Our Cancer Stories
OutcomeCancer-Free / NED
Valiente, who was diagnosed with Stage III Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage III Breast Cancer: Valiente's Patient Story

Patient Info: Valiente, Female | Stage III

Valiente completed treatment and was not taking cancer medication, while continuing to worry about recurrence.

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OutcomeNot reported
Eve, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Eve's Patient Story

Patient Info: Eve, Female, 40s

As of 2022, Eve was facing unstaged breast cancer and receiving care after her plan changed to mastectomy, lymphadenectomy, and immunotherapy.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Ada, who was diagnosed with Stage III Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage III Breast Cancer: Ada's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Ada, Female, 50s | Stage III

Ada described herself as being in remission while continuing hormone therapy. Fear of relapse remained, but she was focusing on travel, healthier routines and time with loved ones.

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OutcomeCancer-Free / Remission
Elsa, who was diagnosed with Stage II Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage II Breast Cancer: Elsa's Patient Story

Patient Info: Elsa | Stage II

Elsa said her breast cancer was in remission and continued anastrozole hormone therapy after lumpectomy, chemotherapy, and radiation.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Veronica, who was diagnosed with Stage III Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage III Breast Cancer: Veronica's Patient Story

Patient Info: Veronica | Stage III

Veronica had completed the other parts of her treatment plan and remained on hormone therapy while looking ahead to recovery and returning to work.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Aalia, who was diagnosed with Stage III Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage III Breast Cancer: Aalia's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Aalia, Female, 40s | Stage III

As of 2022, Aalia had completed treatment for Stage III breast cancer, was no longer taking medication, and was focused on recovery, family, and fear-of-recurrence support.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Emily, who was diagnosed with Invasive Ductal CarcinomaBreast Cancer

Invasive Ductal Carcinoma: Emily's Patient Story

Patient Info: Emily

Emily continued to live with fear of recurrence and focused on enjoying life year by year after an early invasive ductal breast tumour was diagnosed.

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OutcomeNot reported
Mujer, who was diagnosed with Stage III Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage III Breast Cancer: Mujer's Patient Story

Patient Info: Mujer Valiente | Stage III

Mujer Valiente remained on hormone therapy after selecting a multimodal treatment plan for stage 3 breast cancer.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Carlie, who was diagnosed with Stage III Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage III Breast Cancer: Carlie's Patient Story

Patient Info: Carlie, Female, 50s | Stage III

As of 2022, Carlie was in remission after double mastectomy, lymphadenectomy, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy, while continuing hormone therapy and managing long-term side effects.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Sanjana, who was diagnosed with Stage I Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage I Breast Cancer: Sanjana's Patient Story

Patient Info: Sanjana | Stage I

Sanjana says she has completed treatment and continues monthly check-ups while managing lingering concerns about menopause and the effects of therapy.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Sylvia, who was diagnosed with Stage III Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage III Breast Cancer: Sylvia's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Sylvia | Stage III

Two years after her November 2022 diagnosis, Sylvia reports being in remission and remains on hormone therapy.

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OutcomeCancer-Free / NED
Carmen, who was diagnosed with Stage III Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage III Breast Cancer: Carmen's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Carmen, Female, 50s | Stage III

Carmen was declared cancer-free in February 2023 after surgery and follow-up examinations, while continuing hormone therapy and pain medication.

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OutcomeCancer-Free / NED