Hello,
The first time it was stage 1 but still early although it had left the duct. I had radiation and 6 month mammograms for a year. I took Tamoxifen for about 3 years until I started having some nerve issues. I continue to do yearly mammograms and then 4 years ago I had my 2nd one but thankfully stage zero. The one I am dealing with now is also stage 0 and surgery is next week. All have been caught on mammograms. They want me to start aromatase inhibitors which I’m a little nervous about after hearing so many side effects. I have heard though that they can protect you for up to 15 years. I will ask about that and having 6 month mammograms. They have not suggested any additional testing such as MRI’s etc. I feel fortunate that my cancers have not been the aggressive type as so many have unfortunately had to deal with. And maybe that is why if they are slow growing the surgeon didn’t recommend 6 month mammograms but I will still inquire with my GP.