DCIS & radiation
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china
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I have had surgery for DCIS, intermediate stage (breast cancer, the left breast) & radiation has been advised, but I am worried about the affect on my heart. Anyone out there with experience or information on radiation side affects?
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Apparently you do not need chemo?
Don't worry about the radiation - most common site for breast cancer is the left side and unless you are in the boondocks somewhere, which I doubt, the radiation is very necessary and safe.
It's important to go after the few cells that could be hanging around.
Not sure what you mean by intermediate stage- the cancer - if DCIS - was still confined to the duct or not?
Good Luck! don't worry about your heart - all the doctors know what has to be avoided etc.
Jean0
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