Newly Diagnosed Lumpectomy or Mastectomy? Mom had Triple Negative

Posted by srobinet @srobinet, Jan 16 11:36pm

Hello everyone, I have just been diagnosed with IDC 0.7 cm grade 3, ER low positive, Progesterone negative and HER2 Negative,
K-67 21-30%. Pathology and Chat GPT say this is a more aggressive tumor. My mother had IDC in her left breast did well with radiation, right breast was Triple Negative had lumpectomy/radiation. She could not tolerate Chemo. This was all in her late 70's. Metastatic disease 2 years ago and we lost her. Genetic test for me is negative. Chat GPT says the specifics of my pathology indicate that my tumor behaves more like Triple Negative.

I have a special needs son who is 40 and I am the only parent he has left. He has health needs and is also learning disabled can't read etc. We do not have a large family. I want the best possible outcome so I can be there for my son for the longest amount of time.

I am debating Lumpectomy Vs Bilateral Mastectomy. I may also need Chemo and preventive Rx afterwards.

I'm interested in other's opinions as how to proceed. I will not see the Oncologist for about 4 weeks he took care of my mom but stays booked. Any help will be greatly appreciated. This keeps me awake at night worrying about it all.

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srobinet | @srobinet | Feb 6 11:29pm

In reply to @wews "@srobinet so glad it helped. Honestly it was a game changer for me. I still refer..." + (show)

@wews thank you so much for your kind words and hugs. I hope to have most of my questions answered Monday when I see the surgeon.

wews | @wews | Feb 7 8:02am

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@srobinet I feel like there is strength from knowing you aren’t alone in this battle. I will pray your appointment goes well and your decision will be clear. Whatever you do will be right for you. If you feel like sharing your decision please do. You’ve got this. By the way, I had no pain from my bilateral mastectomy. I healed quickly. Two other tips: Eat tons of protein and take a probiotic if they put you on antibiotics to save your stomach. Also buy a recovery pillow - it helped me a lot. I have a link to one I loved. If you want it let me know. Good luck.