Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA \When you or a loved one is diagnosed with breast cancer, your doctor might mention something called a PIK3CA mutation. It sounds complex but understanding what this mutation is and what it means for your treatment can help you take control of your care. To start,… Continue reading What is a PIK3CA Mutation in Breast Cancer?
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Understanding Your Breast Cancer Pathology Report
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA When you are being tested or treated for breast cancer, one of the most important documents in your medical journey is the pathology report. This report is written by a pathologist, a doctor who specializes in looking at tissues and cells under a microscope for diseases… Continue reading Understanding Your Breast Cancer Pathology Report
Questions to Ask at Your First Oncology Appointment
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Your first oncology appointment is an important moment to ask questions, understand your diagnosis, and start taking control of your care. But when your emotions are high, it can be hard to remember everything you want to ask, let alone understand everything your doctor says. Having… Continue reading Questions to Ask at Your First Oncology Appointment
What is Hormone Receptor Positive / Human Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor 2 Negative (HR+/HER2-) Breast Cancer?
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Cancer is one of the most complicated diagnoses. There are hundreds of distinct types, each with its own progression and treatment plan. For many women, breast cancer is something that they need to be aware of and test for, especially as they age. A very common… Continue reading What is Hormone Receptor Positive / Human Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor 2 Negative (HR+/HER2-) Breast Cancer?
Symptoms of Breast Cancer and How to Manage Them
Breast cancer starts in the cells of the breast tissue. It is the second most common cancer diagnosed in women in the United States, following skin cancer. However, it is important to note that this cancer can also occur in men. Experts estimate there will be about 310,000 new diagnoses in women in 2024. Understanding… Continue reading Symptoms of Breast Cancer and How to Manage Them
Think pink in October: Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Pink may not fit the fall color scheme, but come October, it crops up everywhere to mark the start of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It’s one of the more high profile awareness efforts, but how much do you really know about the condition that affects over 1,900 PatientsLikeMe members? Let’s test your knowledge. How… Continue reading Think pink in October: Breast Cancer Awareness Month
#HelpingWomenNow: October is breast cancer awareness month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which you’ve probably noticed by the annual surge of pink ribbons – but what does it really mean? The yearly campaign to increase awareness of the disease, hosted by the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF), is about encouraging women to have a plan for early detection with its theme… Continue reading #HelpingWomenNow: October is breast cancer awareness month
Think pink- breast cancer awareness
Everywhere you look during October, you’re probably seeing some pink for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. But it’s about more than just a color; it’s about helping women now by promoting early detection through regular mammograms and working to help those already diagnosed with breast cancer understand the journey ahead. According to the National Breast… Continue reading Think pink- breast cancer awareness
Recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Have you been seeing pink this month – such as on the lids of your Yoplait yogurt? That’s because it’s National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a partnership of numerous organizations working together to promote breast cancer awareness, share information on the disease and provide greater access to screening services. Here at PatientsLikeMe, we have 147… Continue reading Recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness Month
National Cancer Survivors Day: Meet a True Survivor
National Cancer Survivors Day was recently celebrated on June 5th. According to the organization behind it, the purpose of this annual event – now in its 24th year – is to “show the world that life after a cancer diagnosis can be meaningful and productive.” To help illustrate this inspiring message, we’d like to share… Continue reading National Cancer Survivors Day: Meet a True Survivor