I just found out that my aunt has moved up to stage 4 breast cancer that has spread to her liver, lymnode, leg, neck etc. I don’t know much about cancer and all I really want to know is what is the survival rate when you’ve reached stage 4? The doctors plan on Chemo therapy.

I am reading the book “The Cancer Vixen” and in it she states that if you have cancer and do not have insurance the survival rate drops to 48%. That is a huge drop of survival rates, do you agree?

She stated the facts from the American Cancer Society. When she got breast cancer stage 1 she did not have any insurance. I cannot imagine trying to fight cancer without it can you?

So far our costs for 6 months is about $200,000. In USA Today, it reports that Americans are not doing all the treaments of chemotherapy and radiation because they cannot afford it, that is a shame!

Hello Everyone, I have been researching a lot about breast cancer today because I have it.

This is what I have
Stage iV Met. Breast Cancer
4 infected nodes
2 tumors…..1) 3cm 2)1cm
Cancer cells on LIver but not a tumor
HER2/pos.

I am on my first round of CMF chemotherapy, and I take Herceptin every three weeks.

Everything I find on the internet isabout having 12-24 months to live. My onocologist has never said anything about my life being that short. I know there is a chance that I won’t beat this, espeically if it spreads anywhere else……it was caughter earlier then one thinks, the spread anyway, cause I had a misscarriage and they said the higher hormones when I was pregnant is when it started to spread……

Any information or any websites where there is info on surviours would be great. Thanks.

Other than basal cell skin cancer, what kind of common cancer has the best five year survival rate? Obviously no cancer is good, but who has better odds of survival, say someone diagnosed with early stage breast cancer or someone with early stage Hodgkin lymphoma? How about early stage melanoma or colon cancer? What percentage of people with say Hodgkin lymphoma die as opposed to percentage with say breast cancer or colon cancer or kidney cancer? I’m asking for a friend who is tired of being told Hodgkin lymphoma is “a good cancer to get.” He thinks it’s really insulting.

I had my first breast exam conducted by our company physician last week. I was wondering why he took time while he was palpating my breasts unlike the rest of us. And he told me that i have to visit every month for the exam. He told me that i am more prone to breast cancer because i have big breasts. He also asked if he could take a picture and video of the exam for documentation.I refused his suggestion and i felt that he might be taking advantage with the situation. Is it necessary to conduct breast exams monthly if you are busty? is he doing this on purpose for some malicious reasons?

They live in the city of Riverdale in Prince Georges County Maryland. Mom has stage 4 breast cancer that spread 2 brain, lungs, & liver. When they first found out Jan 2 it was only in breast and brain so it rapidly moving. They doin chemo following 2 weeks of radiation. The husband of her is a dead beat guy who cheatin on her and it a bad suitation all around. The kids are legal adults but the jobs they have can’t pay for everything. The cats comfort the mom and are important parts of family. They were low income even before this happned. As a side note if anyone knows of other help it be appricated to we have called the American Cancer Society and they gave us a ton of numbers 4 more assistantance for other needs they have.

Famous breast cancer survivors in words and pictures.

I’ve had small bumps around my nipples ever since i’ve had boobs,but i just noticed that i seem to have gotten more.Is this normal and could it be cancerous?????I know most people say to check for lumps,and its not really a lump(more like a bump)just wondering if it’s serious or normal? Does anyone else get these?
If anyone knows any websites that have pictures of this stuff i’d appreciate it.
Okay i asked for advice i already know i’ll have to eventually go see a doctor if you people can’t actually be helpful and give real information on here then don’t answer my question okay.

Hi,

Our doctor mentioned that chemotherapy could last for 6 months for young women (under 35) even at a stage 2a node negative grade 3 breast cancer.

I heard that some young people in similar situation get away with 2-3 months.

6 months, Isn’t it too long?

I’m a Stage-4 Breast Cancer Patient; currently under Hospice Care. I love the Internet, as it provides me my much needed Lifeline to the rest of the world; thereby helping me to get far away from cancer pain, etc.
I finally had the energy to come back here today–Monday, Oct. 9th–to see if anyone had even read my question.

Each One of You took the time to answer–with so much heartfelt Honesty, Love, & Support.

I’m overwhelmed by Your show of Support & Your Honesty about Your own cancer journeys–be it You who is also a patient– &/or a precious Family Member.

Thank You All for taking the time to come to my little question, & leave such BIG Encouragement, Site referrals, & Good Wishes.
God Bless each & every One of You, & Your own Loved Ones.

I want You All to know that I’m well on my way now, with finding Safe & ‘Real’ Support Groups.
Thank You!!!
With my own Heartfelt
Gratitude & Love~ Trusoul

ps- It’s impossible to pick the ‘best’ answer, as each of You helped me, & each in Your own way.
Please know that I’m here for All of You, too. ~Trusoul :+)