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Conflicted on taking medication

Breast Cancer | Last Active: Nov 8, 2023 | Replies (99)

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From what I understand, there is a difference between recurrence rate and survival rate. At our age, in light of national statistics, our likely demise will be from heart disease. Recurrence rate, on the other hand, is another kettle of fish... that taking an AI helps reduce the risk of breast cancer returning, either in its original setting or in the other breast.

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I really wish doctors did a better job at explaining this!