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Breast Cancer | Last Active: May 8, 2023 | Replies (117)

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I was offered radiation, 5day course, or AI 5year course. The rad oncologist sited similar studies for low risk patients over 65 years old. Radiation was one option. Left final decision to me. Oncologist advised on AI, Letrosole. She wanted me to try it for awhile to see how well I tolerated it, with least adverse effects.
I’m going with the radiation, the shorter course. I may try the Letrosole. But the side effects are scary., yes, ultimately I will decide and pray a lot. Hugs!

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I've not yet heard of someone offered radiation OR aromatase inhibitors. In theory these are both valid treatment protocols, as is chemo when it's appropriate. Depending upon the risk of recurrence that your oncologist thinks applies in your situation, the Letrozole may be a good idea to at least try. Even better, a second opinion from another oncologist might be helpful with that decision also. I declined aromatase inhibitors for a few reasons specific to my health but it was reassuring that two oncologists supported that decision and didn't see it as risky.