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Sex, Intimacy, Breast Cancer, and HOPE!
“Scientists estimate that between 45% and 77% of breast cancer survivors develop sexual problems after treatment, from low desire and poor lubrication to painful intercourse.”
That...
Lymphedema Q&A with Lymphatic Therapist Deborah Kellogg
Our Contributing Expert and Lymphatic Therapist, Deborah Kellogg, is passionate about helping our women learn how to prevent lymphedema. But if you are ever diagnosed with lymphedema, Deborah's...
Lack of Libido, Painful Sex, & Menopause—A Frank Conversation with Dr. Lyndsey Harper, OB/GYN
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There is no doubt that every woman will experience changes to her sexual health after a breast cancer diagnosis to...
Is Estrogen the Enemy of Women Who Have Had Breast Cancer? A Conversation with Dr. Melody Rodarte, DO
"Estrogen does not increase the risk of breast cancer. Breast cancer is not a disease, as some professionals believe, 'of having too much estrogen in your body.' ...
Managing Side Effects Through Acupuncture
Soon after Hope After Breast Cancer officially started in 2020, I met Lisa Nicholson through one of our support groups. Lisa is a Master Acupuncturist in San Diego, California, USA, as well as a...
What You Should Know About Lymphedema
Almost all women who have had a breast cancer diagnosis have had lymph nodes removed through surgery. That means that the “original equipment” you were born with is not there to do its...
Neuropathy and Acupuncture with Lisa Nicholson, Licensed Acupuncturist
Our Contributing Expert, Lisa Nicholson, is both a master acupuncturist as well as a breast cancer survivor. Through her cancer experience, she faced side effects just like many of us. But with her...
OB/GYN Dr. Cheryl Onwuchuruba Answers Your Questions
At Hope After Breast Cancer, we are blessed to currently have many Contributing Experts in many disciplines who are committed to sharing their professional knowledge with you so you can THRIVE! You...
Manage Fear of Recurrence with These Practical Tips
I am just delighted to bring you the wisdom of my friend, Lorraine Davis! She shares several amazing ways that she's learned how to manage fear of recurrence after breast cancer. My guess is that...
5 to Thrive: Help Your Loved Ones Understand What You're Going Through
Breast cancer treatment can often make you feel fatigued. The "Spoon Theory" is a beautiful way to explain to your loved ones how you're physically feeling.
Shared with love by Jan James, Hope...
