Texas5, I'm in a similar position with the decision to radiate causing more anxiety than the cancer (DCIS stage 0, ER+ PR+). I had a lumpectomy and the radiologist suggested radiation. He said if the margin on the cancer in the pathology report had been 3ml instead of 2ml with one 1.9ml, he would not suggest radiation. Breast cancer surgeon saw me for a follow-up 2 weeks after surgery for about 15 min. Next appointment with her office is in 6 months with an NP. This hospital does not assign a medical oncologist unless I decide on hormone therapy, which I am reluctant to do because of my osteoporosis (-3.5 spine). Chance of recurrence without radiation or hormone therapy: Radiologist 20%, Surgeon 11% (apparently using different grading systems?) My surgery was September 25 so I must make a decision soon, immediately? I'm 84 which also factors into my decision.