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Mij
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6 years ago

Decision - Breast conserving lumpectomy OR Mastectomy with Immediate DIEP. Any words of wisdom?

Hello, I have just finished chemo which has made 2 tumours undetectable on follow up mammogram and ultrasound - YEAH and the third has reduced by a third. Cancer is only in right breast. I am trying ...
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dodg113
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6 years ago
HI sally
yes i agree if gene testing + will def go with dble mastectomy +ovaries..I have had kids and am menopausal so losing ovaries not such a big deal for me - already having hot flushes..in a way having + gene will be a relief and explanation why have got 2nd breast ca but downside is ripple effect on family and esp my kids w 1 in 2 chance of inheriting..I have no family history so drs are wondering if i am a spontaneous mutation - guess has to start with someone!!
Hope yr chemo goes Ok,i have dodged that one fortunately take care