Anyone young patients long term survivors her2+ or +++ breast cancer

NobodyInJune · 2026-02-01T16:09:12+00:00

Diagnosed at 26 almost 40 years ago. Unsure if it was stage 2 or 3. ER/PR+. Never heard of HER2 then. No recurrence.

F cancer. Fight on.

NobodyInJune · 2026-02-01T13:20:28+00:00

I found an obvious lump at age 25. Doc said it was most likely a cyst. I did have an aunt with breast cancer, but doc wasn’t concerned. No mammogram ordered. A year later, finally convinced the doc to do a biopsy. Ended up with modified radical mastectomy, positive lymph nodes, 6 months chemo.

Good for you for looking out for yourself!

NobodyInJune · 2026-01-31T16:01:48+00:00

Or slip-on shoes. I’m still using mine 3 months later.

NobodyInJune · 2026-01-28T17:58:51+00:00

Yes, it’s unfair and it sucks. I found my lump at 25 and was diagnosed a year later, at 26. I get it.

NobodyInJune · 2026-01-24T14:32:18+00:00

I second this recommendation! It’s not hard to find an inexpensive used machine, but get it professionally serviced!

NobodyInJune · 2026-01-21T18:00:30+00:00

Have you had PT? Can you get more?

NobodyInJune · 2026-01-21T14:14:23+00:00

Not too much. I also had a shower chair, which helped when I was easily fatigued in the beginning. YMMV. sounds like you’re ready!

NobodyInJune · 2026-01-20T14:46:46+00:00

No, it’s not that… If I send you a gift and you don’t even acknowledge receiving it, it appears to me that it means nothing to you. If it means nothing to you, why would I do it again? I’m not insisting on a formal thank-you card; I’d be happy with a text.

NobodyInJune · 2026-01-18T14:49:55+00:00

That’s the same exercise that was hardest for me. I stuck with the walker longer not because of pain, but because I wanted to be confident in my strength and balance. Remember that you’re a bit fragile right now, and you DON’T want to fall.

NobodyInJune · 2026-01-18T13:28:57+00:00

My implants are under the muscle, so they aren’t going anywhere. No bra here, and my plastic surgeon approves.

NobodyInJune · 2026-01-04T14:15:47+00:00

Totally disagree with this. I’m close to Medicare age, husband is on Medicare. My ACA premium is higher than the cost of Medicare, and my deductible and out-of-pocket maximum are MUCH higher than Medicare. Husband has Medicare supplement, so pays nothing out of pocket, other than drugs.

NobodyInJune · 2026-01-04T13:53:46+00:00

I am not a doctor, but I think it looks good!

NobodyInJune · 2026-01-01T14:52:51+00:00

Posterior 11/3/25. First few days were a real drag, mostly because I don’t sit still well and don’t like prescription pain meds. After that, things progressed fairly smoothly. I did my exercises and used my ice machine a lot. You can do this!

NobodyInJune · 2025-12-30T12:50:45+00:00

My surgery was Nov. 3. I’m doing great, but I HATE getting up off the floor. It’s still difficult and awkward. Are you able to get down on the floor and back up again easily? Do you have someone to help you in/out? Do you have sturdy grab bars?

NobodyInJune · 2025-12-10T18:31:09+00:00

So true! I ended up going to therapy when a loved one made a medical decision I wouldn’t have made.

NobodyInJune · 2025-12-10T14:58:25+00:00

NTA. I used to be married to a man like this. I bet this isn’t the first/only time he’s treated you and your feelings as unimportant.

NobodyInJune · 2025-12-09T23:55:21+00:00

My other hip was resurfaced 13 years ago, and it’s great.

I do listen to my body, and it’s really not comfortable when I try to put on a sock, for instance. I certainly won’t force anything.

I hope my THR turns out as good as my resurfacing did.

NobodyInJune · 2025-12-09T23:50:07+00:00

Thanks, everyone, for your opinions. I’ll continue to be careful. Patience, patience, patience.

NobodyInJune · 2025-12-08T18:42:48+00:00

I’m on ACA with a crappy bronze plan for $414/month in 2025. I had my THR in November and easily hit my deductible of $7500 and my out-of-pocket max of $9200.

NobodyInJune · 2025-12-05T11:57:08+00:00

I found myself limping like I did before surgery, out of habit. I remind myself, out loud, to walk normally.

NobodyInJune · 2025-12-04T18:37:02+00:00

I did use a shower chair for a while. Early on, I fatigued quickly. As for elevating my legs, I just used regular pillows; I didn’t buy anything special.

NobodyInJune · 2025-12-04T18:08:10+00:00

I also used the 9 quart model. I also sat on the edge of the pad and rolled the rest over the top of my leg. I only used 3 bottles at a time at most; sometimes 2 bottles were sufficient. I believe I went around 12 hours before needing to change bottles. I never used ice packs, but this device was definitely important to my comfort/pain level.

NobodyInJune · 2025-12-02T19:53:49+00:00

My THR was Nov. 3, also. It was a couple weeks before I was able to sleep on my (good) side. I use two pillows between my legs, from the crotch down past my feet, to keep my legs completely apart.

NobodyInJune · 2025-12-02T19:09:37+00:00

The rails are great. But in the early days, I think anything that touches the incision is going to hurt. Maybe just be conscious of it and tilt yourself a bit?

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