Breast Cancer Stories
Breast cancer is the second most commonly-diagnosed cancer in women after skin cancer, and the second leading cancer cause of death in women. While cases of breast cancer are most commonly carcinomas, less common types include Paget’s disease, inflammatory, and connective tissue.
Patients share their breast cancer stories on:
- Invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC) – a form of cancer where abnormal cells begin growing in the lining of the milk ducts and invade breast tissue beyond the walls of the ducts.
- Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) – a noninvasive form of breast cancer where cancer cells start in the lining of a breast duct and have not spread to surrounding tissues
- IDC & DCIS – a combination of both forms of breast cancer.
- Previvor BRCA2 – A mutation that indicates a high risk of breast cancer.
14 Years Into Metastatic Breast Cancer, Lesley Glenn Asks for a New Biopsy at Every Progression
Diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer at 47, Lesley Glenn is still thriving 14 years later. She explains why she pushes for a new biopsy every time her cancer progresses.
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Breast Cancer 101
We’ve pulled together information on breast cancer basics from multiple leading sources, including the National Cancer Institute, along with supporting stories from our breast cancer patients, caregivers, and medical experts. Learn more about the second most common cancer in women.
Hear from people living with breast cancer
Real experiences with diagnosis, treatment choices, side effects, and life beyond breast cancer — in their own words.
Invasive Ductal Carcinoma Stories
Triple Negative (TNBC) Stories
Ductal Carcinoma In Situ Stories
IDC & DCIS Stories
Invasive Lobular Carcinoma Stories
Previvor BRCA2 Stories
Breast Cancer Resources
Breast Cancer Oncologists & Experts
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