Surgery without further Treatment

Thanks @SazziBloss, that’s a good way to think about it.  Xxx
Raich

Hi @Raich thank you for your advice, it has been a mixture of emotions but I am very grateful for my guardian angel that has meant my journey was easier.
I like to think I had cancer with a little 'c', which doesn't retract from our respective journeys both mentally and physically.
Wishing you long lasting good health.
Sazzi xx

Hi @SazziBloss , 
great news on your results. 

Hi @Anne65 that's great you had such good results and reassuring it has been such a long time. Yes, your explanation matches what my breast surgeon has suggested pending confirmation from an Oncologist.
Thank you for your best wishes and may you continue to have the same. 
Sazzi x

@SazziBloss Great to read you have had such a successful surgery with good results.
 I had DCIS in 2017, stage 1 but aggressive. I had a lumpectomy with clear margins & no node involvement. I was refereed to a radiation oncologist for his opinion on whether I needed rad treatment. After much discussion, we agreed that I would have a 15 dose rad treatment but only because my DCIS was aggressive plus I had a family history of cancer.
Now, I am on no medication & have had no further treatment or surgeries. I have a yearly BC surgeon checkup after my mammogram & have had no complications. I have been blessed with such good results & after next year, I will be "released" from my surgeon.
I have attended a BCNA conference & also watched numerous webcasts conducted by BCNA. The professionals who speak are, of course, highly trained in their fields. I have learnt that many medical professionals are now leaning more towards LESS treatment/surgeries rather than make patients endure the 'full range" after surgery, including the possibility of more surgery, rad, chemo, medication etc. From what I have learnt, it appears that in some cases, they feel that there maybe more harm than good in putting patients through more treatment. This of course, is dependent on each patient as everyone has a different cancer diagnosis & outcomes. I pray that you, like me, are one of the lucky ones & may not need any further treatment. love &  strength xx  

Thanks @jennyss you are awesomeness x

Dear @SazziBloss,

from jennyss in Western NSW

Hi @arpie,
Thanks ever so much, that is very helpful. 
Kind regards,
Sazzi

Hi @SazziBloss, welcome to the blog. You are in the right spot for helpful info and support  xx

Definitely see the Onc .. that is THEIR area of expertise (not the surgeon's) and they cover both decisions on chemo and/or hormone therapy.  Maybe Even seeing a Rad Onc as well, just to cover all the bases ....  your Medical Onc will possibly suggest that.  Mine did. 

Mine was small, caught early and clear margins (tho one was 'tight').  It was decided NO Chemo, but I had rads and am on tabs.  

It is also just good to have another couple of sets of eyes going over your surgery area and your results  .. for peace of mind that all bases have been covered. 

Take care, all the best for your ongoing appts and treatment xx

Check out this post for some general info on the blog ... and 'tick sheets' down the bottom that may you help formulate  questions to your team xx
https://onlinenetwork.bcna.org.au/discussion/23477/a-big-welcome-to-all-our-new-members#latest

Hi @StrongCoffee,
Thanks for your information, I feel very lucky too, almost like it's been too easy, despite the major surgery I've had. 
Kind regards, 
Sazzi