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Stage 1 lobular breast cancer, anyone no treatment after surgery?
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I was diagnosed with stage 1a ER+ HR- lobular cancer 11 months ago, and chose to forego AIs for several reasons. I did 5 "zaps" of radiation and at that pount AIs would reduce my overall risk of recurrence by 1 in the next 10 years. My oncologist made the comment that there is a strong movement in oncology that we may be over treating esrly stage breast cancers. Also with the large amount of positive data coming in from human trials using SERDS for early stage breast cancers, I believe they will be approved for early stage use in the next few years. Their side effect profile is apparently far less severe and they are currently being used in late stage cancers. I realize its an individual choice and after carefully considering my options I am completely comfortable with my decision. All of our personal risk tolerance's are different and there is no guarantee either way. However I am an optimist and believe great changes are coming!!! Good luck♥️
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@wyowyld I wasn't aware there was such a thing as being "completely comfortable" with any decision in this difficult situation we all find ourselves in, but you've managed to do it, so, good for you! I am also stage 1a & 72 years old & did the 5-day radiation. I'm going to start a half-dose (10 mg) of Tamoxifen this week & see how it goes. I feel I need to at least try, even if it's a reduced dosage. But I understand your point & as you say, I wish for all of us the best possible outcomes!