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Oncotype test for lobular cancer
I’ve recently had a double mastectomy after being diagnosed with a lobular cancer. I’ve had appointments with both the radiation and medical oncologists and now need to make decisions about the next s...
Hi @BrookeS we’re treading a similar path. I’m wondering if the oncotype is worth spending the money on because with lobular cancer I think it’s very likely to come back with a result that chemo is not going to be of much benefit? With hormone treatment I’ve been advised the post menopause drugs are more effective so it’s an option to have my ovaries removed to go into menopause. I’ve been offered radiation but it’s a choice, I’m in the grey area. My ki67 was 10% and I’ve had a double mastectomy. Really hard decisions to make!