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arpie
Member
2 years ago

Should less treatment be offered to 'older' women with BC? Over 70s ....

A bit disconcerting to read a report, released on Dec 6th 2023, that there may be talk of offering less treatment options to 'older women' (ie over 70s) when diagnosed with Breast Cancer.  Maybe they ...
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cranky_granny
Member
12 months ago
This better not be true. I might only be 67 with mets. Only just became eligible for age pension. Why would I stop trying to live longer I spent years working and looking after a disabled husband never asked for carers allowance until he was in his last days and i had to give up work during that time. 
So in 3 years I might have to look at should I stop the treatment that is working and risk it all. It’s quality of life choice not an age thing. 
Grrr bah humbug who comes up with this crap. Obviously someone who hasn’t lived this experience.