New here- TNBC

Also- I am lucky that hasn’t gone into my lymph nodes. Im struggling to feel lucky though. 

Hi CJ Bear,

I have her2neg er/pr positive. My tumour was grade 3 and my oncologist recommended preventative chemo to kill off any possible sleeping cells.

Had I not been grade 3 my plan was radiotherapy followed by hormone suppressants.

The chemo was not pleasant but doable and I have one more cycle to do before moving on to the radiotherapy.

I hope you get a satisfactory treatment plan soon that reassures you.

I wish you well in your recovery xx

Thanks so much for the reply. Mine also grade 3 tumour which worries me xx

Hi CJ Bear,

It is a difficult situation you've found yourself in. I was given a choice and I opted for having chemotherapy. I do not regret it. It wasn't pleasant, but it was very doable. As far as I know you have the right to have a second opinion and perhaps it would be a good idea to try that. I don't know how exactly it works but you could speak to your GP and ask them for assistance. When I was diagnosed I was determined to do everything possible to reduce the chance of recurrence so your concern is very understandable. Do what you feel is right for you. If I were you, I would ask for a second opinion. I know that sometimes oncologists might think you won't benefit from chemo especially if you have a THBC, but it is worth asking. The very best of luck with your treatment!

Lana xx

I was offered the preventative chemo by my oncologist. To be followed by radiotherapy, Letrozole for 5 years the Tamoxifen for 5 years with bone infusions to start following my chemo.

I'm not sure how they all work and each doctor has a preference for treatment.

However my oncologist did not give the figures of benefit of chemo as negative as your doctor.

If you feel you would benefit from chemotherapy ask for a second opinion. It's your treatment plan. Xx