I had a lumpectomy done in April and was told that the tumour was very small (1.6). My consultant said they had got all of it and that I would have 15 sessions of radiotherapy. My cancer nurse told me 9 weeks later that I would have 5 sessions and I didn't need to see an Oncologist. Went to see an Advanced Clinical Practitioner who went through all the ins and outs of having radiotherapy or not. After telling me that my tumour was tiny he gave me the impression that I didn't really need radiotherapy. Normally when you see these people you expect to see the consent form virtually in front of you ready to be signed. This wasn't the case and after an hours discussion he said he printed the consent form and although I signed it I said I would think about it over the weekend. He said if I decided not to go ahead then he would just tear the form up. I am on Leprozole.
I am 90% sure as to whether I am having radiotherapy or not but I am going to speak with the breast nurse or consultant if possible to get a clearer picture.
Has anyone been in the same situation and if so, would appreciate your reasons for having radiotherapy or not.
