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Positive DCIS margins: Concerned about treatment

Breast Cancer | Last Active: May 11, 2022 | Replies (23)

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She had a bilateral mastectomy with reconstruction.

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You are a nurse so I won’t bore you with the details of lupron, you already know and that’s why you are concerned. I would be concerned too. There are a lot of things to consider, especially at such a young age. I honestly wish I had managed to get the full bilateral, I have never met a single patient who was truly sorry they did, and I have met more than a few that are sorry they didn’t. There are hopefully very many years to reap the benefits of the decisions she makes now. I agree with everyone about going with your daughter and asking tons of questions, and/or second opinions. But your questions are specifically about lupron. This is designed to give her a chemical hormone adjustment and there are side effects. It is a cost versus benefit question for her to make with your help. The Onco DX, would certainly be a help in that decision. When making these decisions, I always assume I probably will have some of the most common side effects and decide if I can live it. The big question is how much is it going to help? I really hope this helps. Just in case you want the details, here is a link.
https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a685040.html
I hope that link works for you. My first time posting one. I know this all usually happens pretty quick, how soon is her next appointment?