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Replies to "I am 76 also with DCIS grade 1-2. Started Anastrozole hated the side effects I had..."
I am 75. Not taking AIs would increase the 9 year recurrence rate from 3% to 6%. The oncologist said look at it this way. Do you want a 97% on your test or would you be happy with a 94%. I had IDC Stage 1 Grade 1. Oncotype score was a 1. I have no genetic mutations. My sentinel node biopsy was clear. I did opt for 15 days of radiation because I am hesitant to take AIs. I already have fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, muscle and joint pains from neck and back surgery, and have had migraines since I was 12. I had another bone density scan and I have osteopenia (same diagnosis in 2009). I would prefer 9 more decent years of life and not 9 years of misery. I’m still working! One more visit with the oncologist for my final decision in two weeks.