Should i have chemo

I just wonder if they have done an oncotype score for you? That would give an idea as to whether or not you have a higher chance of little stray cells that chemo might help. The higher the score the greater the likelihood of benefit from chemo. It is so hard to decide when the benefit is 3% and you are sitting in the grey zone. Good luck with making the right decision for you xx

Grade 3 would suggest it might be a good idea,  though it's a close call,  and you'll be taking hormone blockers.  Have they done an oncotype test? Was there vascular invasion? Those are questions to ask. 

Hi

I was in the same position as you and for me I decided to go ahead for the chemo mainly as my dad had cancer and went very aggressive in the last year, even though it was low grade. I think every percent that prevents it coming back is a good thing. Not going to lie though 1st chemo I reacted to now on a different one which is OK but side effects are rough. Maybe look at family history but good luck whatever you decide xx

I would also ask for an oncotype, which they should really fund. I think it’s about £3k if you have to pay yourself or there maybe cheaper uk based ones- endopredict or prosignia. 

the grade 3 would sway me towards it, in all honesty. 

best of luck with the decision xx

I hope you don't mind me jumping on to your post as I was wondering if anybody knew if all the chemo drugs that are offered for breast cancer causes you to lose your hair?  

I mention this as I have recently finished six courses of chemo for ovarian cancer and was given Carboplatin and did not lose my hair so I was wondering if there was a chemo drug for breast cancer that means you could have chemo and not lose your hair?

Yes,  the EC chemo would,  though cold capping works (to a degree) for some.  The second chemo is either Docetaxel or Paclitaxel (which can also cause hair loss).