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Lumpectomy + radiation VS Mastectomy -- pros cons?
Breast Cancer | Last Active: Sep 12 11:11am | Replies (42)Comment receiving replies
Same here! Had single last year (stage 1, triple positive, chemo, herceptin), requested double but Dr. refused. Now the one breast left that was DCIS years ago and has been radiated/lumpectomy is showing calcifications that need more tests. New Dr. also strongly discouraging breast removal. Says recurrence rate too low. Advised continuing with imaging, MRI's and biopsies as needed until either cancer comes back or I die of other causes ( I'm 67). What the ? I really need some help here. I feel like I have some kind of PTSD over all this.
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Hi! bbhere:
I am so sorry that your doctors seem not to care about your concerns:( Would it be possible for you to find a second opinion in other cancer centers?
Pray for you to make the best decision with the best care team on the journey ahead. Be blessed!
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That is frightening. Would you be willing to share whether this was a Mayo doctor? I’m afraid I will be told “no”. I am rather shocked that they would not consider the mastectomy if so desired. I am also 67 and expected to live until well into my 90’s before this diagnosis. Thank you for sharing.