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Breast Cancer | Last Active: Sep 5, 2023 | Replies (40)

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@faithsls

Making treatment decisions after my lumpectomy for DCIS stage 0 with clear margins and a really good pathology report has been just as hard as dealing with the original diagnosis. I avoided a lot of research until after I had initial appointments with the radiation oncologist and the medical oncologist. I understand no one can make the decision for me--wish they could (smile). But at 65 with the great surgery outcome and 0 stage, I want to avoid radiation since reputable research suggests there can be DCIS over treatment. I do plan to do hormone therapy even if I pass on radiation. Just wondering if others in my situation and butterflyeffect777 decided against radiation.

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I also was diagnosed with DCIS. I am 65. Unfortunately I am going for my third lumpectomy as I did not get a 0 margin. The surgeon recommended radiation therapy also. Not sure what I will do if I get a 0 margin this time.