Breast Cancer

Does the fear of a recurrence of breast cancer haunt every cancer survivor? Are these feelings normal? How can we combat these feelings of fear?

These are just some of the things that have changed in my life since my mastectomy. Maybe they are things that I have chosen to change.

How I’m learning to survive cancer and aging at the same time

Breast cancer survivor approaches the phone with dread with Mom in hospice with breast cancer.

One of CURE's followers on Facebook recounted this gem: "Do you think you got breast cancer because of sin?"

There are many questions associated with breast cancer testing and their accuracy. Do tumor markers give accurate understanding of what's happening in an person's body? Why do some doctors use the test and some do not? These are just a couple of the questions we need answered.

A guy with male breast cancer discovers what happens when cancer is bigger than the person.

Changes could lessen women's worries about body odor.

A breast cancer patient should actively participate in health care choices. Learning to be proactive is not only a privilege, but a right.

I don't mean to keep secrets from my doctors but it's so easy.

How do we choose the best tests to keep an eye on our cancer?

Writing can help you resolve feelings and save memories.

A recent study found that women with breast cancer often have a network of people that they consult to help them make treatment decisions.

Sexual intimacy is a subject that is difficult for many breast cancer survivors to discuss. The challenges of sexual intimacy are often created as a direct result of cancer treatments or can occur from the after effects which result in emotional scarring.

Find ways to make fear of recurrence part of your cancer journey.

Offering advice to others is usually helpful, but sometimes can end up being hurtful. As breast cancer veterans, do those of us who’ve been there tend to overshare?

Getting rid of my cancer clothes proves to be no easy task.

A breast cancer survivor looks at prescription drugs, and what we call them.

It's natural to feel overwhelmed with a cancer diagnosis. Grab back a little security by knowing what to expect

The doctor-patient relationship is a delicate one. It's one that needs to be comfortable between both parties. When and how do breast cancer patients know when it's time to make a change? This is an important decision that should not be taken lightly.

Nerlynx (neratinib) was granted approval by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the extended adjuvant treatment of patients with early stage, HER2-positive breast cancer who have already received postoperative Herceptin (trastuzumab).

Summer fun can be a challenge for survivors with lymphedema. While you should do what your doctor, physical therapist and you have worked out as best for your needs, I share some of my helpful habits here.

A study is helping to motivate breast cancer survivors to be physically fit.

A helpful guide for the newly diagnosed.

There's lots of great new research to be excited about but there's still no cure.