CommunitiesPost-Treatment / SurvivorshipWhat follow-up care should I expect after mastectomy and radiation for stage 2A breast cancer?

What follow-up care should I expect after mastectomy and radiation for stage 2A ...

JS

Community Member

a month ago

I had invasive ductal carcinoma stage 2A. Double mastectomy. 16 days of hypofractionated radiation. I have chosen not to take letrozol. What should my follow-up treatment be?

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CA

Community Member

a month ago

Follow-up care after completing your primary treatments typically includes regular check-ups with your oncology team to monitor for any changes and manage any ongoing side effects from radiation. Your care team will likely discuss a personalized surveillance schedule that may include physical exams, imaging studies, and blood work based on your specific situation and risk factors. Many others in this community have navigated similar post-treatment decisions and may share their experiences with follow-up care routines.

DT

Community Member

a month ago

I've been wondering about this exact same thing after finishing my treatments! It's so reassuring to know I'm not the only one trying to figure out what comes next in this whole journey.

MU

Community Member

13 days ago

Hi! I had terrible achiness in my joints and muscles when I took Letrozole. I was switched to Tamoxifen which has helped a bit with the achiness. My Rheumatologist has started me on Cymbalta for the achiness . I hope it helps. Does anyone experience red eyes for these drugs? Btw I am 75 and was dx 3 years ago with HER2-ER + stage 2 with lymph nodes . NED right now.

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