Seeking Advice on Breast Cancer Treatment Options at 73

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NW

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a year ago

I am 73 with Her2 negative and both ER and PR + lumpectomy of .8 cm grade 2 invasive tumorHave BRCA2 gene mutation. Have a Mammaprint of HighRisk2 ..so doctors say could benefit from chemo OR I could just do RT and hormone med for 5 years ( maybe longer ) . Has anyone faced this choice and any thoughts. ?

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This is such a significant decision, and it's completely understandable to seek input from others who may have navigated similar treatment choices. Many community members have faced the challenging decision between more intensive treatment approaches versus less aggressive options, especially when considering factors like age and overall health. The experiences and perspectives shared by others in this community who have weighed similar treatment decisions could provide valuable insights as you work with your medical team to determine the best path forward for your specific situation.

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CA

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2 months ago

This is such a significant decision, and it's completely understandable to seek input from others who may have navigated similar treatment choices. Many community members have faced the challenging decision between more intensive treatment approaches versus less aggressive options, especially when considering factors like age and overall health. The experiences and perspectives shared by others in this community who have weighed similar treatment decisions could provide valuable insights as you work with your medical team to determine the best path forward for your specific situation.

Seeking Advice on Breast Cancer Treatment Options at 73

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