Hi! @vlarenne:

First of all, please allow me to say that you are a strong, courageous lady with wisdom - just like you were 17 years ago. Thanks for sharing your experience of fighting the disease of BC!

Secondly, I am grateful to know that you seem to have a very competent and caring team of oncologists that keep you "no evidence of disease" all through the last 17 years and counting! As you stated: for the first time this year when you had two elevated ca27.29 test results, your doctor has ordered a PET/ct scan to investigate further. These facts are truly in your favor:)

Thirdly, as I understand it, elevated levels of CA27.29 are not specific enough to diagnose early-stage breast cancer (or recurrence, etc.) and can be caused by noncancerous conditions. I think this is the reason that your physician ordered a PET/CT scan to make sure there's no metastatic issues in your body; and even if there is, thank God that you have caught it early and you'll walk through the journey of conquering the disease step by step with the guidance of your professional care team.

You are in our thoughts and prayers, @vlarenne; for you are our comrade in this journey of fighting the disease of cancer. Wishing you all a better journey ahead with peace, hope and love from above!