@brightlight66 thanks for the kind words! And, oh how I understand about oncologists "not wanting to hear" about side effects! I don't think younger people can grasp how precious these remaining years are to those of us who've made it this far. Being told at 72 to take a preventive medicine with side effects for 10 years (that may or may not work. Or even be necessary!) is brutal. Good for you, too, for advocating for yourself! I am definitely going to seek out another oncologist at some point, just for another opinion. But meanwhile, best of luck to us both as we trudge along on this unfamiliar path! I have really come to appreciate the resilience & grit of older women like us! Hope we both have a really wonderful new year, 2026!