Question:
Anyone Had Breast Cancer then the RNY , Info good or Bad Please.

Does anyone know anyone who has had Breast Cancer then the RNY sugury. I Will elaborate abit. My Friend had a double Mastectomy last year and finished her Chemo and Radition last August she at present has a clean bill of health, But would like any prep answers or anyInfo from anyone who has had Breast Cancer and Now Had the RNY, Any Info muchly appreciated be it good or bad honesty is the best. Just asking cause my Friend and I will be Having the RNY done at the same time. She is very concerned about her past Cancer and complications, she may watch for.    — happyhilda (posted on May 5, 2009)

May 5, 2009
Yes, I had breast cancer (2000) with a mastectomy. I had open RNY last year in March and I have had no problems. I have lost 140 lbs. Contact me if you have any specific questions, Ana Villa, RN
   — nursevilla

May 6, 2009
Well I can answer half your question accurately. I was diagnosed with breast cancer 3 years ago. One year ago I had the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy. A big part of why I did it was because one of the first things my oncologist said to me was I needed to try to get some of the fat out of my body in order to help prevent a recurrance. Cancer cells LOVE fat. So here I am one year later 126 lbs less and feeling wonderful. No problems at all. PM me if you have any other questions or concerns PLEASE!
   — corky1057

May 6, 2009
My breast cancer was found during testing related to my gastric bypass surgery. I had a partial mastectomy 10 months ago, about 3 weeks after my gastric bypass surgery, then radiation. I had no problems during or after cancer treatment related to my bypass surgery. I have a very good prognosis regarding the cancer and I've lost 92 pounds. I've found it helpful to have the weight loss program to focus on. I feel like I'm investing in my health to the best of my ability. I'm off a couple of blood pressure medications that I had been on for 27 years; my BP is now 100/72. I'm eating high quality nourishing foods and trading in medications for supplements. The exercise for weight loss is also supposed to be helpful in fighting the cancer and the effects of the cancer treatment. My very best wishes to you and your friend. MW
   — Marilyn W.