Radiation for Breast Cancer: 603 Real Stories

603 stories match breast cancer and radiation. 562 of them mention surgery.

DivineMrsM, who was diagnosed with Stage IV Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage IV HR-Positive Breast Cancer: DivineMrsM's Patient Story

Patient Info: DivineMrsM, Female | Stage IV

Biomarkers: ER-positive, HER2-negative

Living with stable Stage IV ER-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer almost 4 years after diagnosis while taking daily Arimidex.

breastcancer.org
OutcomeStable Disease
Stefanie, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Stefanie's Patient Story

Patient Info: Stefanie London

After completing radiation, Stefanie was adjusting to life after active cancer treatment and rebuilding confidence in her physical and mental health.

Massachusetts General Hospital
OutcomeNot reported
Sofia, who was diagnosed with Stage I Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage I Breast Cancer: Sofia's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Sofia | Stage I

She is in remission, is no longer taking medication, and reports being cancer-free since 2023.

Our Cancer Stories
OutcomeCancer-Free / NED
Sonia, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Sonia's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Sonia

She was declared cancer-free in May 2022 and no longer needs medication.

Our Cancer Stories
OutcomeCancer-Free / NED
Susannah, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Susannah's Patient Story

Patient Info: Susannah

Susannah underwent lumpectomy and radiation for breast cancer during the COVID period, when isolation added to the emotional difficulty of treatment.

Our Cancer Stories
OutcomeNot reported
Rosa, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Rosa's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Rosa

She was declared cancer-free in 2021 and continues hormone therapy.

Our Cancer Stories
OutcomeCancer-Free / NED
Rosalba, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Rosalba's Patient Story

Patient Info: Rosalba

Rosalba faced breast cancer treatment with radiotherapy, managing side effects and transport costs while staying focused on faith, family and future goals.

Our Cancer Stories
OutcomeNot reported
Renacer, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Renacer's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Renacer

Renacer was declared cancer-free in September 2017 and continued focusing on exercise, nutrition, family, and fear of recurrence.

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

Stage II Breast Cancer: Mia's Patient Story

Patient Info: Mia | Stage II

Mia completed treatment and continued to manage its physical, emotional, and financial effects.

Our Cancer Stories
OutcomeNot reported
Nathalie, who was diagnosed with Stage IV Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage IV Breast Cancer: Nathalie's Patient Story

Patient Info: Nathalie | Stage IV

Nathalie had been living with stage 4 breast cancer for more than three years and remained focused on time with her children.

Our Cancer Stories
OutcomeLiving With Cancer
Nelly, who was diagnosed with Stage II Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage II Breast Cancer: Nelly's Patient Story

Patient Info: Nelly | Stage II

Nelly said she was in remission after mastectomy, chemotherapy, and radiation and remained on hormone therapy.

Our Cancer Stories
OutcomeCare Ongoing
Mery, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Mery's Patient Story

Patient Info: Mery

Mery said she was in remission after completing her main treatment and remained on hormone therapy.

Our Cancer Stories
OutcomeCare Ongoing
Martha, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Martha's Patient Story

Patient Info: Martha

Martha underwent mastectomy, chemotherapy, and radiation while managing hair loss, appetite loss, vomiting, and financial strain.

Our Cancer Stories
OutcomeNot reported
Doranci, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Doranci's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Doranci

Doranci said her breast cancer was in remission after mastectomy, lymph-node surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and hormone therapy.

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

Stage II Breast Cancer: Camila's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Camila, Female, 40s | Stage II

Camila completed the recommended treatment plan and moved into survivorship, focusing on her daughter, family travel and returning to work.

Our Cancer Stories
OutcomeTreatment Completed / Survivorship
Lilibeth, who was diagnosed with Stage II Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage II Breast Cancer: Lilibeth's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Lilibeth | Stage II

Lilibeth described her stage 2 breast cancer as being in remission after completing most treatment and remained on hormone therapy.

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

Stage II Breast Cancer: Lily's Patient Story

Patient Info: Lily | Stage II

Lily had undergone lumpectomy, lymph-node surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation for stage 2 breast cancer and focused on staying positive after treatment.

Our Cancer Stories
OutcomeNot reported
Linda, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Linda's Patient Story

Patient Info: Linda

Linda completed surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation and later described feeling more optimistic, hopeful, and thankful.

Our Cancer Stories
OutcomeNot reported
Aishah, who was diagnosed with Stage II Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage II Breast Cancer: Aishah's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Aishah, Female, 50s | Stage II

Aishah completed mastectomy, chemotherapy and radiation and described herself as being in remission. She continued regular mammograms and follow-up because of fear of recurrence.

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

Stage III Breast Cancer: Susan's Survivor Story

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

Susan completed surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation for Stage III breast cancer and described herself as a 10-year survivor.

breastcancer.org
OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Ericka, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Ericka's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Ericka, Female, 40s

After completing chemotherapy and radiation, Ericka was rebuilding confidence and adjusting to the physical, emotional, and financial effects of breast cancer.

breastcancer.org
OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Anne, who was diagnosed with Stage III Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage III Triple-Negative Breast Cancer: Anne's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Anne, Female | Stage III

Biomarkers: ER-negative; PR-negative; HER2-negative

Anne completed chemotherapy during pregnancy, double mastectomy, radiotherapy, and additional chemotherapy for Stage III metaplastic triple-negative breast cancer and described using the experience as a source of personal transformation.

breastcancer.org
OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment