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Intermediate Oncotype score: Did you choose chemo?

Breast Cancer | Last Active: Jan 31 1:32pm | Replies (25)
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I had stage 1A and an intermediate onco score and no chemo but did have a mastectomy (not sure if that matters) I was also only 32 at the time so recommendation from surgeon and two oncologists was no chemo just tamoxifen. Took that for 10 years and I’m ok. Maybe get a second opinion?

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brighterdays | @brighterdays | Mar 28, 2023

Got a second opinion and that was no chemo. Tamoxifen and perhaps an LHRH. May I ask what was your tumor size and grade?

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eb28 | @eb28 | Jan 27 3:56pm

I am really interested in these posts. I just got my oncotype back and it was 17 so intermediate and I am 42. I was actually really disappointed. My oncologist is adamant chemo isn't necessary. I am starting on radiotherapy and having Tamoxifen. However I had heard about ovarian suppression as well and she said we would discuss this when I see what side effects I have with Tamoxifen.

I feel very uneasy about not having the chemo when there is a small benefit. I am also getting myself very concerned about ovarian suppression ( I had no idea this was a possibility for me ) Does anyone have any experience of this or thoughts the intermediate oncotype

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