Guest guest Posted September 2, 2006 Report Share Posted September 2, 2006 Hi Everyone: My name is and I am 39 years old. In late June I was diagnosed with breast cancer (invasive ductal carcinoma). Since then, I have had a lumpectomy and received my final pathology report which indicated the size of the tumor was 2.5, I was very ER/PR positive (95%) and Her2 and node negative (stage 2a). I have recently requested the Oncotype test and am awaiting the results. Also, I had the BRCA1 and BRCA2 tests which were negative. Both oncologists I have consulted with are recommending chemo, saying that I will get " some benefit " from it. I am prepared to do chemo, however with all that I have read thus far, the fact that I am ER/PR positive and node negative seems to suggest that my greatest benefit will be thru Tamoxifen (also recommended by the 2 oncologists). My sense is that both doctors are being very conservative and there is a growing trend not to subject certain women with my profile to chemo given it's minimal benefits compared to potential risks. I would like to really determine exactly what constitutes " some benefit " . As I await the results of the Oncotype test, I would appreciate anyone's feedback on this issue. Thanks in advance. - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 2, 2006 Report Share Posted September 2, 2006 , I was diagnsoed at age 44, in 1990 with infiltrating ductal carcinoma, 2.5 cm.. I had one node involved. I had 6 mo of chemo, no radiation and no reconstruction. I was receptor neg so couldn't take Tamoxifen. So far I am doing good after 16 yrs. Its an individual decision only you can make. I will say that I would never have gone without the chemo. I will keep you in my prayers. Hugs nne Breast Cancer Patients Soul Mates for Life http://www.geocities.com/chucky5741/breastcancerpatients.html BreastCancerStories.com http://www.breastcancerstories.com/content/view/433/161/ Angel Feather Loomer www.angelfeatherloomer.blogspot.com Check out my other ornaments at www.geocities.com/chucky5741/bcornament.html Lots of info and gifts at: www.cancerclub.com Request for Feedback Hi Everyone: My name is and I am 39 years old. In late June I was diagnosed with breast cancer (invasive ductal carcinoma). Since then, I have had a lumpectomy and received my final pathology report which indicated the size of the tumor was 2.5, I was very ER/PR positive (95%) and Her2 and node negative (stage 2a). I have recently requested the Oncotype test and am awaiting the results. Also, I had the BRCA1 and BRCA2 tests which were negative. Both oncologists I have consulted with are recommending chemo, saying that I will get " some benefit " from it. I am prepared to do chemo, however with all that I have read thus far, the fact that I am ER/PR positive and node negative seems to suggest that my greatest benefit will be thru Tamoxifen (also recommended by the 2 oncologists). My sense is that both doctors are being very conservative and there is a growing trend not to subject certain women with my profile to chemo given it's minimal benefits compared to potential risks. I would like to really determine exactly what constitutes " some benefit " . As I await the results of the Oncotype test, I would appreciate anyone's feedback on this issue. Thanks in advance. - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.7/436 - Release Date: 9/1/2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 2, 2006 Report Share Posted September 2, 2006 , I was diagnsoed at age 44, in 1990 with infiltrating ductal carcinoma, 2.5 cm.. I had one node involved. I had 6 mo of chemo, no radiation and no reconstruction. I was receptor neg so couldn't take Tamoxifen. So far I am doing good after 16 yrs. Its an individual decision only you can make. I will say that I would never have gone without the chemo. I will keep you in my prayers. Hugs nne Breast Cancer Patients Soul Mates for Life http://www.geocities.com/chucky5741/breastcancerpatients.html BreastCancerStories.com http://www.breastcancerstories.com/content/view/433/161/ Angel Feather Loomer www.angelfeatherloomer.blogspot.com Check out my other ornaments at www.geocities.com/chucky5741/bcornament.html Lots of info and gifts at: www.cancerclub.com Request for Feedback Hi Everyone: My name is and I am 39 years old. In late June I was diagnosed with breast cancer (invasive ductal carcinoma). Since then, I have had a lumpectomy and received my final pathology report which indicated the size of the tumor was 2.5, I was very ER/PR positive (95%) and Her2 and node negative (stage 2a). I have recently requested the Oncotype test and am awaiting the results. Also, I had the BRCA1 and BRCA2 tests which were negative. Both oncologists I have consulted with are recommending chemo, saying that I will get " some benefit " from it. I am prepared to do chemo, however with all that I have read thus far, the fact that I am ER/PR positive and node negative seems to suggest that my greatest benefit will be thru Tamoxifen (also recommended by the 2 oncologists). My sense is that both doctors are being very conservative and there is a growing trend not to subject certain women with my profile to chemo given it's minimal benefits compared to potential risks. I would like to really determine exactly what constitutes " some benefit " . As I await the results of the Oncotype test, I would appreciate anyone's feedback on this issue. Thanks in advance. - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.7/436 - Release Date: 9/1/2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 2, 2006 Report Share Posted September 2, 2006 , I was diagnsoed at age 44, in 1990 with infiltrating ductal carcinoma, 2.5 cm.. I had one node involved. I had 6 mo of chemo, no radiation and no reconstruction. I was receptor neg so couldn't take Tamoxifen. So far I am doing good after 16 yrs. Its an individual decision only you can make. I will say that I would never have gone without the chemo. I will keep you in my prayers. Hugs nne Breast Cancer Patients Soul Mates for Life http://www.geocities.com/chucky5741/breastcancerpatients.html BreastCancerStories.com http://www.breastcancerstories.com/content/view/433/161/ Angel Feather Loomer www.angelfeatherloomer.blogspot.com Check out my other ornaments at www.geocities.com/chucky5741/bcornament.html Lots of info and gifts at: www.cancerclub.com Request for Feedback Hi Everyone: My name is and I am 39 years old. In late June I was diagnosed with breast cancer (invasive ductal carcinoma). Since then, I have had a lumpectomy and received my final pathology report which indicated the size of the tumor was 2.5, I was very ER/PR positive (95%) and Her2 and node negative (stage 2a). I have recently requested the Oncotype test and am awaiting the results. Also, I had the BRCA1 and BRCA2 tests which were negative. Both oncologists I have consulted with are recommending chemo, saying that I will get " some benefit " from it. I am prepared to do chemo, however with all that I have read thus far, the fact that I am ER/PR positive and node negative seems to suggest that my greatest benefit will be thru Tamoxifen (also recommended by the 2 oncologists). My sense is that both doctors are being very conservative and there is a growing trend not to subject certain women with my profile to chemo given it's minimal benefits compared to potential risks. I would like to really determine exactly what constitutes " some benefit " . As I await the results of the Oncotype test, I would appreciate anyone's feedback on this issue. Thanks in advance. - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.7/436 - Release Date: 9/1/2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 2, 2006 Report Share Posted September 2, 2006 - There’s a nice woman in this group that knows about a computer program that will give you the stats on what the pros and cons are of doing chemo with your history…is it you Ruth? I don’t remember what the name of the program is. Personally, I didn’t have all the information that I have now and went through with 4 treatments of a/c before I declined to do any more. I’m currently on Arimidex – which is for postmenopausal women and – according to my oncologist – has lower side effects than Tamoxifen. Request for Feedback Hi Everyone: My name is and I am 39 years old. In late June I was diagnosed with breast cancer (invasive ductal carcinoma). Since then, I have had a lumpectomy and received my final pathology report which indicated the size of the tumor was 2.5, I was very ER/PR positive (95%) and Her2 and node negative (stage 2a). I have recently requested the Oncotype test and am awaiting the results. Also, I had the BRCA1 and BRCA2 tests which were negative. Both oncologists I have consulted with are recommending chemo, saying that I will get " some benefit " from it. I am prepared to do chemo, however with all that I have read thus far, the fact that I am ER/PR positive and node negative seems to suggest that my greatest benefit will be thru Tamoxifen (also recommended by the 2 oncologists). My sense is that both doctors are being very conservative and there is a growing trend not to subject certain women with my profile to chemo given it's minimal benefits compared to potential risks. I would like to really determine exactly what constitutes " some benefit " . As I await the results of the Oncotype test, I would appreciate anyone's feedback on this issue. Thanks in advance. - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 2, 2006 Report Share Posted September 2, 2006 - There’s a nice woman in this group that knows about a computer program that will give you the stats on what the pros and cons are of doing chemo with your history…is it you Ruth? I don’t remember what the name of the program is. Personally, I didn’t have all the information that I have now and went through with 4 treatments of a/c before I declined to do any more. I’m currently on Arimidex – which is for postmenopausal women and – according to my oncologist – has lower side effects than Tamoxifen. Request for Feedback Hi Everyone: My name is and I am 39 years old. In late June I was diagnosed with breast cancer (invasive ductal carcinoma). Since then, I have had a lumpectomy and received my final pathology report which indicated the size of the tumor was 2.5, I was very ER/PR positive (95%) and Her2 and node negative (stage 2a). I have recently requested the Oncotype test and am awaiting the results. Also, I had the BRCA1 and BRCA2 tests which were negative. Both oncologists I have consulted with are recommending chemo, saying that I will get " some benefit " from it. I am prepared to do chemo, however with all that I have read thus far, the fact that I am ER/PR positive and node negative seems to suggest that my greatest benefit will be thru Tamoxifen (also recommended by the 2 oncologists). My sense is that both doctors are being very conservative and there is a growing trend not to subject certain women with my profile to chemo given it's minimal benefits compared to potential risks. I would like to really determine exactly what constitutes " some benefit " . As I await the results of the Oncotype test, I would appreciate anyone's feedback on this issue. Thanks in advance. - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 2, 2006 Report Share Posted September 2, 2006 Ask your oncologist if he has access to a shared decision making tool. It is a computer based online tool that he can put your particular stats into and get a reading of exactly how much benefit different therapies would be given your unique set of circumstances. My conservative Onc. recommended AC chemo and when I declined he left and came back with a print out that indicated, given my circumstances, I would get a 2% better disease free, 10 year survival rate with the chemo. NOT GOOD ENOUGH. I didn't care for the cost/benefit ratio. Ruth > > Hi Everyone: My name is and I am 39 years old. In late June > I was diagnosed with breast cancer (invasive ductal carcinoma). Since > then, I have had a lumpectomy and received my final pathology report > which indicated the size of the tumor was 2.5, I was very ER/PR > positive (95%) and Her2 and node negative (stage 2a). I have recently > requested the Oncotype test and am awaiting the results. Also, I had > the BRCA1 and BRCA2 tests which were negative. > Both oncologists I have consulted with are recommending chemo, saying > that I will get " some benefit " from it. I am prepared to do chemo, > however with all that I have read thus far, the fact that I am ER/PR > positive and node negative seems to suggest that my greatest benefit > will be thru Tamoxifen (also recommended by the 2 oncologists). My > sense is that both doctors are being very conservative and there is a > growing trend not to subject certain women with my profile to chemo > given it's minimal benefits compared to potential risks. I would like > to really determine exactly what constitutes " some benefit " . > > As I await the results of the Oncotype test, I would appreciate > anyone's feedback on this issue. Thanks in advance. - > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 2, 2006 Report Share Posted September 2, 2006 Ask your oncologist if he has access to a shared decision making tool. It is a computer based online tool that he can put your particular stats into and get a reading of exactly how much benefit different therapies would be given your unique set of circumstances. My conservative Onc. recommended AC chemo and when I declined he left and came back with a print out that indicated, given my circumstances, I would get a 2% better disease free, 10 year survival rate with the chemo. NOT GOOD ENOUGH. I didn't care for the cost/benefit ratio. Ruth > > Hi Everyone: My name is and I am 39 years old. In late June > I was diagnosed with breast cancer (invasive ductal carcinoma). Since > then, I have had a lumpectomy and received my final pathology report > which indicated the size of the tumor was 2.5, I was very ER/PR > positive (95%) and Her2 and node negative (stage 2a). I have recently > requested the Oncotype test and am awaiting the results. Also, I had > the BRCA1 and BRCA2 tests which were negative. > Both oncologists I have consulted with are recommending chemo, saying > that I will get " some benefit " from it. I am prepared to do chemo, > however with all that I have read thus far, the fact that I am ER/PR > positive and node negative seems to suggest that my greatest benefit > will be thru Tamoxifen (also recommended by the 2 oncologists). My > sense is that both doctors are being very conservative and there is a > growing trend not to subject certain women with my profile to chemo > given it's minimal benefits compared to potential risks. I would like > to really determine exactly what constitutes " some benefit " . > > As I await the results of the Oncotype test, I would appreciate > anyone's feedback on this issue. Thanks in advance. - > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 2, 2006 Report Share Posted September 2, 2006 Found it! That would be me, . http://www.adjuvantonline.com/ You have to ask your Onc if he has access to this tool. You can't access it on your own. It certainly helped me to determine what course of treatment was best for me. Ruth > > - There's a nice woman in this group that knows about a computer > program that will give you the stats on what the pros and cons are of doing > chemo with your history…is it you Ruth? I don't remember what the name of > the program is. Personally, I didn't have all the information that I have > now and went through with 4 treatments of a/c before I declined to do any > more. I'm currently on Arimidex – which is for postmenopausal women and – > according to my oncologist – has lower side effects than Tamoxifen. > > > > Request for Feedback > > Hi Everyone: My name is and I am 39 years old. In late June > I was diagnosed with breast cancer (invasive ductal carcinoma). Since > then, I have had a lumpectomy and received my final pathology report > which indicated the size of the tumor was 2.5, I was very ER/PR > positive (95%) and Her2 and node negative (stage 2a). I have recently > requested the Oncotype test and am awaiting the results. Also, I had > the BRCA1 and BRCA2 tests which were negative. > Both oncologists I have consulted with are recommending chemo, saying > that I will get " some benefit " from it. I am prepared to do chemo, > however with all that I have read thus far, the fact that I am ER/PR > positive and node negative seems to suggest that my greatest benefit > will be thru Tamoxifen (also recommended by the 2 oncologists). My > sense is that both doctors are being very conservative and there is a > growing trend not to subject certain women with my profile to chemo > given it's minimal benefits compared to potential risks. I would like > to really determine exactly what constitutes " some benefit " . > > As I await the results of the Oncotype test, I would appreciate > anyone's feedback on this issue. Thanks in advance. - > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 2, 2006 Report Share Posted September 2, 2006 Found it! That would be me, . http://www.adjuvantonline.com/ You have to ask your Onc if he has access to this tool. You can't access it on your own. It certainly helped me to determine what course of treatment was best for me. Ruth > > - There's a nice woman in this group that knows about a computer > program that will give you the stats on what the pros and cons are of doing > chemo with your history…is it you Ruth? I don't remember what the name of > the program is. Personally, I didn't have all the information that I have > now and went through with 4 treatments of a/c before I declined to do any > more. I'm currently on Arimidex – which is for postmenopausal women and – > according to my oncologist – has lower side effects than Tamoxifen. > > > > Request for Feedback > > Hi Everyone: My name is and I am 39 years old. In late June > I was diagnosed with breast cancer (invasive ductal carcinoma). Since > then, I have had a lumpectomy and received my final pathology report > which indicated the size of the tumor was 2.5, I was very ER/PR > positive (95%) and Her2 and node negative (stage 2a). I have recently > requested the Oncotype test and am awaiting the results. Also, I had > the BRCA1 and BRCA2 tests which were negative. > Both oncologists I have consulted with are recommending chemo, saying > that I will get " some benefit " from it. I am prepared to do chemo, > however with all that I have read thus far, the fact that I am ER/PR > positive and node negative seems to suggest that my greatest benefit > will be thru Tamoxifen (also recommended by the 2 oncologists). My > sense is that both doctors are being very conservative and there is a > growing trend not to subject certain women with my profile to chemo > given it's minimal benefits compared to potential risks. I would like > to really determine exactly what constitutes " some benefit " . > > As I await the results of the Oncotype test, I would appreciate > anyone's feedback on this issue. Thanks in advance. - > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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