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The patient advocate view.

G Owen Johnson1, Marilyn Kirschenbaum, Ginny Mason

  • 1IBC Research Foundation, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110, USA. ojohnson@ibcresearch.org

Breast Disease
|June 1, 2006
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Inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) is a rare disease impacting many. The IBC community, united online, advocates for awareness, education, and research into its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Rare Diseases
  • Patient Advocacy

Background:

  • Inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) is classified as a rare disease, affecting fewer than 200,000 individuals in the U.S.
  • Despite its rarity in classification, IBC presents a significant and often painful reality for patients and their loved ones.
  • Patients diagnosed with IBC often become their own primary advocates, navigating a challenging journey.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the realities of Inflammatory Breast Cancer (IBC) beyond its rare disease classification.
  • To underscore the critical role of patient advocacy and community support in managing IBC.
  • To emphasize the importance of research for improving IBC diagnosis and treatment outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Community-based advocacy and awareness initiatives.

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  • Internet, email, and telephone for community cohesion.
  • Foundation-led support for research and education.

    • Main Results:

    • The formation of a dedicated "IBC Community" for mutual support and information sharing.
    • The establishment of the Inflammatory Breast Cancer Research Foundation (ICBRF) in 1999.
    • Focus on raising awareness of IBC symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

    Conclusions:

    • The IBC community, though connected digitally, provides vital support for patients.
    • Continued research is essential for advancing diagnostic and treatment strategies for IBC.
    • Raising awareness and education are key to empowering patients and improving outcomes for this rare cancer.