length of rads for post mx & chemo IDC ladies

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LeanneF
LeanneF Member Posts: 60
edited June 2014 in Stage III Breast Cancer

After chemo and mx surgery with 100% path response (4 nodes showing fibrosis), I had a consult with RO. He recommends 7 weeks of tx 5 days per week. Wondering what was length of treatment for you ladies with similar dx and results?

I know I probably should get a 2nd opinion, but I'm ready to get this over and if 7 weeks is the standard then I want to get moving. However, if there's a good chance I could do 5 weeks or less, then I'm willing to take the time to get another opinion.

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  • luckypenny
    luckypenny Member Posts: 150
    edited January 2014

    Leanne

    Thats about right.  I had 33 sessions - 6 1/2 weeks - nodes positive, large tumor , double mastectomy and chemo.  From what I have read that others have posted - 33 is average 

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  • McKatherine
    McKatherine Member Posts: 300
    edited January 2014

    I ended up with 32 sessions - 28 regular (25 for supraclavical nodes - so that angle was discontinued for my last 3 "regular" visits), then 4 boosts to my scar.  

    My regular angles during treatment were for my chest wall, skin, supraclavical nodes, and drain sites -  using a bolus for the skin and drain scars.  

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  • SusanHG123
    SusanHG123 Member Posts: 414
    edited January 2014

    Leanne

    I had 30 on my chest wall and axilla up to the side of my neck avoiding they thyroid. Naked chest wall-had MX but was not allowed reconstruction due to state of health. Then I had 5 boosts on the scar.

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  • LeanneF
    LeanneF Member Posts: 60
    edited February 2014

    Thanks so much for the information. I feel better about moving forward.  I'm so thankful for this community. 



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