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DCIS do I really need an AI?

Breast Cancer | Last Active: May 4 3:53pm | Replies (67)
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@marylynr

Wishing you the best. It sounds like MD Anderson is taking good care of you. I just wish it didn’t have to be so complicated. I’m having to beat the information out of the doctors. So frustrating! You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

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windyshores | @windyshores | Jan 30 9:25pm

@marylnr there is definitely an Oncotype DCIS and with your high ER and positive PR, you should have one done. As long as you are HER2-.

My quality of life wasn't really affected by letrozole though I am usually sensitive to meds. Everyone is different. But you could try an AI.

Tamoxifen is not an AI but is an alternative for anyone very concerned about bones. I chose an AI despite osteoporosis. Tamoxifen is usually used for pre-menopausal patients.

I had a complicated situation and got 4 opinions! If you can get a second opinion or convince your docs to order the Oncotype, you will have more answers.

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