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Hi All
My first post here, I'm half way through my treatment I have had a full right removal with reconstruction, so now have a very large wobbly 50 year old left boob and a young small perky right boob.
I have had my tumor test results back, and my first meeting with oncologist. I'm struggling to understand all the treatment pathways( I'm a detail person.)The biggest issue I have is a small benefit to chemo only 2.9% on my Oncotype test. As I'm covered by Bupa I have access to a drug that replaces some of the benefit. The consultant is indicating the benefit is so low he would be comfortable with not doing Chemo. I am finding really hard to decide as don't want any regrets but also don't want to put the body through such an ordeal.
Has anyone else had a low benefit to chemo ?
I'm going back to see oncologist or giving myself more time to decide.
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