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BRCA 1 and ovarian cancer

Linn1
Linn1 CSN Member Posts: 47
edited March 2014 in Breast Cancer #1
I am a 50 year old surviving 1 year from stage 4 ovarian cancer. Recently, I tested positive for BRCA 1 gene. My oncologist and internist are pushing the use of tamoxifen even tho BRCA 1 doesn't seem to be blocked by that drug. Just wondered if anyone else had this "combo" and what treatments they received. I would like to seek a second opinion, haven't found a doctor yet. As of today, the MRI showed an emlarged lymph node on the right side...I'm being sent back to the breast oncologist now. Still waiting for an appt.
I'm open to suggestions.
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  • Christmas Girl
    Christmas Girl CSN Member Posts: 3,682 Member
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    Welcome, Linn1
    I'm sorry, but cannot offer any info regarding your specific question. However, I do send to you my warmest best wishes.

    Kind regards, Susan
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