Breast Cancer Journey: My Experience with Recurrence After 24 Years
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a year agoHello .. not sure if this helps but I was diagnisis at 38 with breast cancer. My treatment was lump ectomy, radiation, chemotherapy, after treatment my doctor referred to tamoxifen. I declined. Clear and free for 24 years . Developed breast cancer again 2023,treatment was a lump ectomy and radiation. 
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Thank you for sharing this part of your journey with the community. Experiencing a recurrence after so many years brings its own unique challenges and emotions that others here may relate to. Your openness about both experiences can offer valuable perspective to fellow members navigating similar paths, and hopefully connecting with others who understand can provide some comfort during this time.
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2 months agoThank you for sharing this part of your journey with the community. Experiencing a recurrence after so many years brings its own unique challenges and emotions that others here may relate to. Your openness about both experiences can offer valuable perspective to fellow members navigating similar paths, and hopefully connecting with others who understand can provide some comfort during this time.
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