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Therapy after Mastectomy
Hi I would just like to say first up, this is such a great group so supportive. I was diagnosed with Invasive DCIS Grade 1 in Situ. ER + PR +. HER - . In June of this year, I decided to have a Bilater...
https://www.bcna.org.au/understanding-breast-cancer/types-of-breast-cancer/ductal-carcinoma-in-situ/
a line from this link states: "Chemotherapy is generally not used to treat DCIS after surgery" it also speaks about hormone therapy - a decision that will be part of the discussion with your Oncologist.
As to fills with your expander, it was suggested to me to take Panadol prior to going to the appointment - that helps heaps!