@rene1636
It is a very scary time when trying to make these decisions. I did not see any reference to chemo in your discussion, have they mentioned that?

I was in early 60s when I was diagnoses with stage II, lump in one breast and 2 lymph nodes.

In simplest terms, each treatment reduces the chance of reoccurrence. I had lumpectomy, chemo, radiation and then AIs. I tolerated all treatment except AIs. I tried multiple types of AIs and then decided against after lengthy discussion with oncologist.

Every treatment is worth a try and should not be excluded based on others experience.

I suggest checking into local support groups, or the following virtual group. It meets via Zoom every Monday evening and it is not just for Mayo patients. (Not meeting today due to Labor Day) People from all over the US call in. Some just starting treatment and others who were treated many years ago. A wealth of experience. There is a contact email in post to get on distribution list.

Laurie