Dr. Lisa Flaum shares information on recently approved treatment options and the role of genetic markers in accessing targeted therapy. Today I had my first appointment with the oncologist who, contingent on the results of additional tests, has recommended … A Case Report of Male Occult Breast Cancer First Manifesting as Axillary Lymph Node Metastasis With Part of Metastatic Mucinous Carcinoma . About half of the patients with skeletal metastases developed femoral involvement, usually bilateral. That she is confused, not wanting to eat, can't function well on her own, and sleeps so much, all tend to be signs that someone doesn't have much longer to live, especially without treatment. But the doctors are right - when it’s in the brain the prognosis is short. Reddit; Wechat; Abstract. Many with stage IV breast cancer also benefit from some type of chemotherapy and some do live years. Everything helps. You just don't know what will happen with cancer. This review summarizes the response rates of these agents with an emphasis on recent findings, such as presentations from the 1998 Meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology. For some people (me) metastatic breast cancer is more like a chronic illness than a death sentence. I quickly realized this would continue on for what she has left of her life, for me to handle. You're right, it's rare, and it's worrisome. The Pap test was supported by the results of cervical and endometrial biopsies. I can't find much on people who have survived and lived a normal life. Caregiver. I took her home from the hospital that night with a pharmacy of her own to get her pain under control, some food for a few days, and a long list of phone numbers to get started making appointments. As metastatic breast cancer testing approaches continue to expand, new and promising treatments have emerged. Chemo does nothing in the brain for breast cancer, and rads at best delay a bit. Methods. Press J to jump to the feed. For any other decision it doesn't really help or mean anything because they lump all the different types of cancer together and there are many different types of breast cancer and the statistics don't yet include the latest drugs, etc etc. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, Stage 4B Lymphoma - Transformed NHLPL/DLBCL. I will stop now. Well this week she was having really bad pain … Press J to jump to the feed. Background. I’m hormone positive and her2-, and it’s invasive ductal carcinoma. Had no previous cancer diagnosis. Tumor heterogeneity was associated with treatment outcome of metastatic cancers but few studies have examined whether tumor heterogeneity in circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) can be used to predict treatment outcome. No surgery, no chemo other than the oral hormone that is slowing the cell growth. Blood tests don't detect the cancer but sometimes advanced cancer can cause regular tests to be a bit off. What is certain is the treatment - surgery, chemo, radiation. 9. Reddit can't know if it's cancer or not. Cancer … My absentee father spent the majority of his time working hours away, and only coming home on weekends to clean the pool and see his friends. Metastatic Breast Cancer Treatment and Research News from Patient Empowerment Network on Vimeo. But can she have a long and normal life? Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Basically having cancer doesn't make your death anymore certain than anyone else. Metastatic breast cancer. With metastatic breast cancer, the median survival rate is only two to three years, Mertz said. I can't understand how this could happen. March 16th, 2020, my mom was diagnosed in the ER with Metastatic breast cancer, spread to her lungs, spine, pelvis, ribs, neck, and the lining of her brain. Metastatic breast cancer. Reddit. Starting your periods early can be another increased risk. Download full-text PDF. I'm sorry about your friend. User account menu. I have limited support from my brother, as he is busy co-parenting with his ex-wife and working full-time as a Police Officer during a global pandemic. I think you are right to try to be realistic. She even got a check up a few months ago with an all clear. Close. The people there might be able to be of help and there are many Canadians there. 1 Metastatic breast cancer (MBC) remains an incurable disease with an estimated 5‐year survival of only 25%. Things have been moving pretty quickly and there's lots of appointments, which have already been a little difficult to manage, work-wise (I have not shared the news with my supervisor yet). Reddit; Wechat; Abstract. I find myself battling emotions of anger and frustration vs. happiness and joy to spend these last moments with her. Three hundred and thirty‐eight patients with breast cancer have been reviewed. It’s in both breasts. The reason I bring this up is that I almost felt caring for her in this sense would be my inevitable future, and I feel as though I grieved the women my mother once was, many years ago. This sucks. Among patients diagnosed with breast cancer, 5%‐10% had primary metastasis, and 20%‐30% would develop into metastatic disease. The unknown is killing me. You are going through a lot right now, remember to be kind and patient with yourself, ask for help from those around you and be willing to accept kindness is the only advice I can give you. Several years ago, the Metastatic Breast Cancer Alliance did a study that found that of all research grants, financed by significant public and private sources from 2006-2013, just 7% of funds studied metastatic breast cancer, even though metastasis is the thing that causes breast cancer to become dangerous disease. In recent days, she is very forgetful and confused, she has lost over 60 pounds, she sleeps 12-18 hours a day, gets sick after most meals or snacks, and is so weak she can barely make it up the stairs. "Nearly 40,000 women and men die every year, and that number hasn't changed in two decades." I’ve been told that I’m too young for this, since I’m 36. Seems unlikely to have made much difference given her young age. This study investigated the incidence, radiographic patterns and relevance to clinical outcome of everolimus‐related pneumonitis (ERP) in metastatic breast cancer (MBC) patients. Metastatic breast cancer is still considered an incurable process, but the division into molecular subtypes has led to improvements in care and facilitated a personalized management approach. It was a shock diagnosis, but not really at the same time. Can stage 4 be controlled? It wouldn't cause the cancer, so much as feed it. Reddit; Wechat; Abstract. An unusual case is described of a 64‐year‐old woman with a remote history of breast cancer whose first non‐nodal metastasis was discovered on a routine Pap test. She even got a check up a few months ago with an all clear. I am a 26-year-old originally from Ontario, Canada, recently moved to Quebec with my boyfriend and mother in tow. Metastatic breast cancer is the most advanced stage of breast cancer, also popularly referred to as breast cancer stage IV.There are five stages of breast cancer from step 0 where the breast cancer cells have not affected the lymph nodes. I'm sorry to hear about her diagnosis. The anthracyclines (doxorubicin, epirubicin) and the taxanes (paclitaxel, docetaxel) are considered the most active agents for patients with advanced breast cancer. A metastatic tumor in a different part of the body is made up of cells from the breast cancer. Holley Kitchen is the “cancer lifer” whose June 4, 2015 video about what it’s like to live with metastatic breast cancer that went viral on Facebook and other media outlets. We examined a large dataset of female metastatic breast cancers (MBCs) profiled with comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP) to identify the prevalence and distribution of immunotherapy responsiveness‐associated biomarkers. Posted by 7 months ago. Background. Chemotherapy plays an important role in the management of metastatic breast cancer. Though some people may live for several years, your friends doctors will have a better idea on what things look like in her individual case, based on the type of cancer, where it is and how aggressive it is, and the response to treatments. Background. I had a mastectomy, did 6 rounds of chemo and a year of a drug called herceptin. Cassidy here. Metastatic Breast Cancer. EDIT: Also, you can drink soda while you're on chemo. Can it be removed completely? Trying to cope with the diagnoses, and the harsh reality of losing my mom before she gets to see me get married or have children is crushing, but the unknown of what to look for, when to put her in hospice, and who to talk to makes it much worse. There is a support forum over at community.breastcancer.org for those affected by breast cancer and their care givers. Major illness has a way of overturning your life in an instant even if it isn't you that is sick. My mom doesn't seem to know much about her diagnoses or care other than the fact that she is upset nobody has given her a timeline. Reddit; Wechat; Abstract. I feel lost. I spent the past few weeks learning everything I could and I know it's rare even for older people to be diagnosed first with metastatic breast cancer and I'm astonished at how low the survival rates are. It was a shock diagnosis, but not really at the same time. Someone I know under 30 has been diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer. Upon diagnosis, we had a rough initial week. The unfortunate reality is that cancer does not always have a clear cause, sometimes it just happens for no good reason - even in young people (I was only 23 when diagnosed). ctDNA analysis was performed in 37 HER2‐positive metastatic breast cancer patients treated with pyrotinib. Blood tests might show some but I don't think any breast cancers show up in the blood. She has never had cancer before nor did she experience any symptoms. I firmly believe the only value in those statistics is weighing up whether to take a drug versus its side effects. But that isn't always what every patient needs or wants. In 2011 cancer was found in my liver, which means it is Stage IV, and with breast cancer, not survivable. Can cancer be detected in a blood test? As you mentioned, there is no cure for metastatic breast cancer. When cancer cells travel from the breast to the bones or the lungs and form tumors, these tumors are still considered breast cancer cells and not bone or lung cancer. Please read. None of her doctors will give us a time frame, but my research shows that that cancer in the lining of her brain is an end-stage progression, and we most likely will not see more than a year. She tends to refuse help from most doctors, or at least, the preventative care required to avoid problems from getting worse. Someone I know under 30 has been diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer. Cancer and its treatment represent major stressors requiring that patients make multiple adaptations. Metastatic cancer cells can lie dormant for years, even decades, only to “wake up” and find their way into different parts of the body, such as the lungs, liver, brain or bones. Press J to jump to the feed. I am 26, a first time home buyer, hoping to continue on with life as expected for someone my age, and I am struggling to do so given what I feel is science vs spirit. It’s when the disease spreads, or metastasizes, that it often turns lethal. She has been my rock growing up, always proud, always boastful. If detected early, breast cancer can be controlled. Her doctors, on the other hand, seem to believe that if she just stays in a positive mindset, she could see 2-10 years. She could absolutely live a long life, but it probably won't be "normal" in the same way that someone who has never had cancer is normal. Chemotherapy plays an important role in the management of metastatic breast cancer. Purpose. Sorry for the long post. Reddit; Wechat; Abstract. Also you will find the Internet is full of worst cases and sad stories. Her family has never had any case of cancer and we have no idea how/why this has happened and why it's this advanced this fast. A few years ago (maybe about 4-5 years) my grandma (70) had breast cancer, and then fought it. I hesitate to even write here that I have no problems with it at all. There isn't one type of cancer. She has only met my mom twice in person since her diagnoses which is difficult too. Have you been able to talk to your mother about what she thinks about her diagnosis and the treatment options? Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, breast cancer 2015. cholangiocarcinoma 2019. Thank you for the well wishes, everything helps. BRCA2, Rad Onc / Palliative Care - comments are not medical advice. ( For example, I am on tamoxifen. Reddit; Wechat; Abstract. 4, 5 Such time costs can be substantial, with a previous study estimating 270 hours spent on breast cancer‐related care in the final year of life. Archived. Certain impending femoral fractures can be presaged, and in these patients prophylactic internal fixation has reduced the incidence of pathologic fractures in femora so affected by metastatic disease from 32% to 9%. Thank you for your response and kindness. Plus they don't give you ANY insight into how an individual cancer will react. My mother raised me and my brother as a mostly single parent. She has never had cancer before nor did she experience any symptoms. March 16th, 2020, my mom was diagnosed in the ER with Metastatic breast cancer, spread to her lungs, spine, pelvis, ribs, neck, and the lining of her brain. She did a wonderful job given the circumstances, and when my parents inevitably divorced, I chose to stay with her full time. Chemo will often slow the growth of the cancer (even if it isn't curable) and certainly can make some improvements, but remember it comes with a lot of side effects that can make her fatigue, nausea, appetite, and weakness all worse. I also hate "pink". My mom is very good a hiding her symptoms/how she is really feeling/acting when the doctor calls. I try not to blame him for his lack of availability and willingness to help, but I can openly admit that I feel frustrated at him for not doing more. We have got a 2nd opinion and we have checked and the cancer has spread everywhere. Reddit; Wechat; Abstract. I would love to get a second opinion also, but she isn't too interested in seeing more doctors which makes it so hard. As I am her legal caregiver, my only option was to have her move with me to QC as she has no one else to assist, and I had already signed my mortgage prior to her diagnosis. I can't tell you how many of my (very, very loving) friends and family have done none. Sending you all my love and vibes. Has spread to my bones (all over my skeleton) and skin. I am a 26-year-old originally from Ontario, Canada, recently moved to Quebec with my boyfriend and mother in tow. Metastatic breast cancer is the most frequent cause of cancer death for women worldwide. Sometimes, oncologists can be pretty aggressive about wanting to treat people with cancer, because they want to give their patients the best chance at living. DNA was extracted from 3831 consecutive MBCs: 1237 (ER pos /HER2 neg), 1953 ER neg /HER2 amp, and 641 triple‐negative breast cancer … New agents for the palliative treatment of metastatic breast cancer have emerged in the 1990s. Each patient's situation is unique regardless of what stats say. Has the palliative care doctor given any opinion on how he thinks your mom is doing? Financial toxicity due to the direct out‐of‐pocket costs of care is central to patients' value equation, 1-3 yet indirect costs, such as time spent receiving care, are understudied. I have spent years caring for her in different ways with her PTSD and depression issues. No feasible method has been available to predict chemoresistance before chemotherapy. Only today my radiation therapist was telling me about someone who is alive after showing up 6 years ago "riddled with cancer". My mom has lived alone for years, about 15 minutes away from me. While there is no cure for metastatic breast cancer, there are treatments that slow the cancer, extending the patient’s life while also improving the quality of life, Henry says. Many patients now live 10 years or more after a metastatic diagnosis. The cells have not formed tumors and … But that doesn't mean she can't be happy. If the cancer is hormone related then the pill may have increased the risk of cancer. 9. The estrogen blocking drugs can actually be very powerful cancer supressors in estrogen receptor positive cancer and some people with brain metastasis benefit significantly from brain radiation. I was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer in April. AMA. I'm so confused and so worried about her family. Not much help, I know, but it's all I can offer. Thank you for your response. Holley was diagnosed with stage III breast cancer in 2012. They tend to have a lot of experience with sick people, and maybe they could give you a better understanding of just what to expect from here. She's lucky to have someone concerned about her - I would take cues from your friend in terms of how much support and information she needs from you at this time, New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. She is kind and caring, and incredibly selfless with her children. Try not to pay too much attention to statistics. I held the move off as long as possible, to ensure she could benefit from as much treatment in ON as possible before we got here. It’s terrible. In 2013, she learned that the cancer had recurred in her spine and other bones. Reddit; Wechat; ABSTRACT. They just don't know much yet. Aside from losing too much weight, the doctor doesn't seem concerned. Breast Cancer (Recurrent or Metastatic) Treatment Regimens. It's best not to think about the future at this point, and to focus on making it through treatment and trying to get as much joy and laughter out of each day as you possibly can. She was diagnosed with stage 4, with limited options for treatment aside from pain control a hormone-blocking drug to slow the growth of the cancer cells. Chemoresistance, the major obstacle in breast cancer chemotherapy, results in unnecessary chemotherapy and wasting of medical resources. Which to me is unrealistic given her condition. I want to have more faith that it might be ok. Tldr: A recent Contrast CT scan led to the incidental discovery in of liver and breast masses. You should try to get a second opinion if you can to see if there are more treatment options available for your mother. The people doing fine don't tend to speak up out of respect for the people not doing so well. That week was littered with scans, new doctors, and hours of driving to Newmarket to begin talking treatment plan. The anthracyclines (doxorubicin, epirubicin) and the taxanes (paclitaxel, docetaxel) are considered the most active agents for patients with advanced breast cancer. The last five months have been nothing short of life-changing. Otherwise she is on an oral hormone, and oral hydromorph twice a day. Being diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer can be overwhelming. Although the doctor puts on a polite facade, she seems to ignore the things that to me, are signs of the end of life and I am left feeling like I have no resources and no options. I am a 34 yr old female diagnosed with breast cancer about a week ago (TNBC). I'm a woman living with Terminal, Metastatic Breast Cancer to the liver. Reddit; Wechat; Abstract. I just need encouragement and hope. The Internet is full of people who can't tolerate it. The primary goals of treatment focus on palliation of symptoms and improvement in overall survival (OS). A life-prolonging drug is being fully funded for New Zealanders with advanced (metastatic) breast cancer, saving patients thousands of dollars and ultimately giving them more time. I am so very sorry that your mother, you, and your family are going through this. Can birth control pills cause cancer? You may feel angry, scared, stressed, outraged, and depressed. Materials and methods. Clinical Trials: The NCCN recommends cancer patient participation in clinical trials as the gold standard for treatment. The palliative care doctor doesn't speak much to me, and I wish she would as I need the support. I always imagined my adult life littered with phone calls for advice on my marriage and how to raise my own children right, and then I was hit with this diagnosis. Single‐agent sequential chemotherapy with anthracycline or taxane has remained the cornerstone of treatment for many years. The most common treatments for metastatic breast cancer in any location (bone, brain, lung, or liver) are systemic medications, which … I especially think of this when I hear that a friend with my type of metastatic disease has passed away,” says Shirley Mertz, chair of the Metastatic Breast Cancer Alliance. We have got a 2nd opinion and we have checked and the cancer has spread everywhere. Metastatic breast cancer occurs when breast cancer cells detach from the original tumor and travel through the lymphatic system or the blood to other parts of the body. Log In Sign Up. This reddit is for the discussion of cancer, cancer related news, stories of survival, stories of loss and everything else associated with the disease. In the last 15 years, a large number of new agents have entered clinical use, a result of the dramatic increase in our understanding of the molecular underpinnings of metastatic breast cancer. There is nothing that she did that caused this a terrible disease. Cancer and its treatment represent major stressors requiring that patients make multiple adaptations. And there's no guarantee it will help. Metastatic triple‐negative breast cancer (mTNBC) patients tend to have a poor overall survival. Hi! In 2009 I was diagnosed with Stage II breast cancer. She was given access to a palliative care doctor to help manage her pain, which to say the least, I have not been impressed with. I don't want to sound smug). I think the stress got to her, and a few days were spent hopping in an ambulance to the hospital as she was in so much pain she could not wait for me to drive her. No. From what I know and in my experience as an ER doctor, the more reliable indicators that someone doesn't have long to live are related to how they are managing in life compared to normal. "We are seeing improvements in how long people are living. 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