Surgery for Breast Cancer: 974 Real Stories

974 stories match breast cancer and surgery. 653 of them mention chemotherapy.

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
Keely, who was diagnosed with Invasive Ductal CarcinomaBreast Cancer

Invasive Ductal Carcinoma: Keely's Patient Story

Patient Info: Keely, 40s

Biomarkers: ER-negative, PR-positive, HER2-negative

Keely completed mastectomy and 6 months of chemotherapy and continues a daily long-term medicine planned for 10 years.

breastcancer.org
OutcomeCare Ongoing
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
Tracey, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Tracey's Patient Story

Patient Info: Tracey

After surgery, Tracey planned continued monitoring with mammograms every 6 months.

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

Breast Cancer: Joanne's Patient Story

Patient Info: Joanne Sabol, Female

Joanne recovered well after 2 lumpectomies for breast cancer before a PET scan shifted attention to recurrence of her separate lung cancer.

Memorial Sloan Kettering
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
Sumita, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Sumita's Patient Story

Patient Info: Sumita

Sumita chose mastectomy for breast cancer after financial constraints made the initially recommended breast-conserving and medication-based treatment plan difficult to afford.

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

Breast Cancer: Riley's Patient Story

Patient Info: Riley

Riley completed active treatment and continued hormone medication, regular self-exams, and medical follow-up while managing fear of recurrence.

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
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
Nahilys, who was diagnosed with Stage II Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage II Triple-Negative Breast Cancer: Nahilys's Patient Story

Patient Info: Nahilys | Stage II

Biomarkers: Triple-negative breast cancer.

Nahilys said she was well after treatment and continued surveillance every six months for triple-negative breast cancer.

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

Breast Cancer: Manisha's Patient Story

Patient Info: Manisha

After changing hospitals and completing treatment, Manisha continued to worry about the cancer returning while focusing on her health and family.

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

Erika

Patient Info: Erika | Stage II

Erika said she was cancer free as of November 2023 after completing mastectomy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy, while hormone therapy continued.

Our Cancer Stories
OutcomeCare Ongoing
Graciela, who was diagnosed with Stage II Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage II Breast Cancer: Graciela's Patient Story

Patient Info: Graciela | Stage II

Graciela remained in treatment with tamoxifen after lumpectomy for stage 2 breast cancer; radiation therapy had also been recommended.

Our Cancer Stories
OutcomeCare Ongoing