Thanks Robyn and Michelle for your insight, comments and support. Yes, I have always understood that the cancer cannot spread to the other breast, however, the focal areas of LCIS that I have, is indicative of an increase risk of developing breast cancer in BOTH breasts. I am hopeful of not needing Chemo, as I am Oestrogen and Progestrone Hormone Receptor Positive.
As we know, every diagnosis is different, as each patient has varying circumstances that must be considered (since we are not just dealing with treating the condition, but also the patient).... for us- it is the fact that we have a young family + live such a distance from the hospital (travelling 1.5 hours each way for frequent follow up appts) + my husband works away (so getting time off work once for recovery would be easier) + we have a farm and run 2 businesses (so the impact there is considerable, as I am self-employed) + we have no family support up here in FNQ (closest family live in SEQ and overseas). We will most definitely discuss all options with the surgeon with the aim to find the best one that "fits" my diagnosis, our family and the psychological impacts for all.
Many thanks again for taking the time to share your thoughts.
