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Does Anyone Know If You Can Have Lymphoma In The Breast? Angela

A MyLymphomaTeam Member asked a question 💭
Niagara Falls, NY

I have read that this condition is rare but I have a biopsy for breast cancer coming up and I also have non hodgkin lymphoma. I am wondering if you can have both at the same time!
Angela

January 7, 2023
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Members confirmed that lymphoma can occur in the breast, with several sharing firsthand experiences of follicular lymphoma, mantle cell... Read more

Members confirmed that lymphoma can occur in the breast, with several sharing firsthand experiences of follicular lymphoma, mantle cell lymphoma, MALT lymphoma, and breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) diagnosed in breast tissue. Many members explained that having both breast cancer and lymphoma simultaneously is possible, especially in cases involving breast implants, which now carry a black box warning due to their link to certain cancers and lymphomas. A recurring theme was reassurance that breast lymphoma, while serious, is often less aggressive than traditional breast cancer and can be managed through watchful waiting, immunotherapy, radiation, or targeted treatments like Calquence.

A MyLymphomaTeam Member

I thought I might have breast cancer because I found a mass (lump) in my left breast.
Biopsy confirmed it to be mantle cell lymphoma and not breast cancer

July 2, 2023
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

I have MALT lymphoma in the left breast and left thigh, had radiation for left kidney MALT .

September 15, 2024
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

Yes had a node in right breast about 5 years ago. At least the good news is it’s not the same as having regular breast cancer

October 31, 2023
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

gotta watch out for the medical professionals.

October 11, 2023
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

Thank you for your reply, good that the lymph node was not as bad as breast cancer. I am struggling to cope with two cancers at the same time. Pleased though that the Lymphoma is still in remission after 7 years. Hopefully I only have to deal with one at a time !! Angela

October 31, 2023

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