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June 8, 2024
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A MyBCTeam Member

Gloria, as Jennifer said, look at it as an individual, not statistics.

I am in my third year with stage 4 MBC. In addition , I have stage 1 lung cancer. Also I have other ailments . Previous blood clot, diabetic, high BP etc. I medicate and move on.

I thank God for each day and try to be positive. Not always easy but I am a fighter.

I wish you well.

❤️

June 8, 2024
A MyBCTeam Member

Everyone is different. I had a friend whose original Diagnosis was stage 4. She lived a full life for more than 10 years. Also had an uncle that lived more than 10 years. Traveling and enjoying life. That was a long time ago. There have been many advances in treatment and management since then. Positive thoughts and prayers for peace for you

June 8, 2024
A MyBCTeam Member

This is my thought, only God knows! Any of could hit by a bus tomorrow!
That said, it varies on the person, their disease, where it metastasized. I had a patient with Mets to her bones and liver, she lived 14 very quality years.
Wishing you well!

June 8, 2024
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Yes, many people with metastatic breast cancer (MBC), also known as stage 4 breast cancer, continue to live and manage the disease for years after their diagnosis. The five-year relative survival rate for MBC is 30 percent, meaning 30 percent of people are likely to be alive five years after diagnosis. Survival rates have Show Full Answer

Yes, many people with metastatic breast cancer (MBC), also known as stage 4 breast cancer, continue to live and manage the disease for years after their diagnosis. The five-year relative survival rate for MBC is 30 percent, meaning 30 percent of people are likely to be alive five years after diagnosis. Survival rates have been improving due to new and more effective treatments. Your oncologist can provide more personalized information based on your specific situation.

June 8, 2024
A MyBCTeam Member

I pray for God to be with you for healing

June 8, 2024

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