Newly diagnosed IDC (PR+ER+)

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cynbarr
cynbarr Member Posts: 1
edited March 2016 in IDC (Invasive Ductal Carcinoma)

I have about a 2cm mass with a Noting ham score of 5/9. I am 46 years old. Have had a partial hysterectomy. I have 3 boys 9, 10, and 12. I want to go as aggressive as possible. Some suggestions given to me were bilateral mysectomy with reconstruction. I have also been told by a friend that I should have my ovaries out to make sure to stop the estrogen and progesterone production. Should I also have chemo to really make sure to get any cells left behind. Any feedback would be appreciated.

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  • Molly50
    Molly50 Member Posts: 3,773
    edited March 2016

    Welcome cynbarr. I am sorry you find yourself needing to be here but you definitely found the best place possible to get support! I assume you have met with a surgeon? What does your surgeon recommend. Chemo or no chemo will depend on your Medical Oncologist (MO) and the results of your oncotype DX assuming you are not HER2 positive. Once you have surgery you will get the final pathology that includes tumor size, grade etc. Your MO should order the oncotype on your tumor. As far as lumpectomy, mastectomy or bilateral mastectomy there is a lot to consider including reconstruction. When you meet with your surgeon ask for a plastic surgery consult as well.

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    Moderators Member Posts: 25,912
    edited March 2016

    Hi Cynbarr and welcome to Breastcancer.org,

    We're sorry you have to be here, but really glad you found us. As you can already see, our Community is full of helpful, knowledgeable, and supportive members ready and willing to help you through this process!

    While you wait for some more great posts from others, you may want to check out the main Breastcancer.org site's section on IDC - Invasive Ductal Carcinoma, for diagnostic and treatment information. Also, as you find out more about your cancer, the Your Diagnosis section will help you understand what each piece of your pathology report means.

    Of course, please continue to check back in here, post in other threads and forums, ask questions, and get support. We're all here for you! We look forward to hearing more from you.

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