Tumor Markers finally went down!

MrsBob
MrsBob Member Posts: 77
in Breast Cancer #1

In April I was diagnosed with breast cancer nodule in my lung (third round with breast cancer). My tumor markers were 57. Then they climbed to 65 while on Xeloda. When my Onc took me off Xeloda and prescribed Arimidex I was at 78. After a month on Arimidex I am down to 55!

I made plans last week to go to Cancer Treatment Center of America in Chicago area. I don't know if I should still plan on going. Just when I had a plan of action, everything changes, LOL.

Does anyone have any opinions or suggestions?

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  • SIROD
    SIROD Member Posts: 2,194 Member
    #2
    Wonderful News!

    Hi Melissa,

    I think it is wonderful that your markers came down.  A second opinion never hurt if your insurnace will pay for it.

    Best,

    Doris

  • mommaellen
    mommaellen Member Posts: 195
    #3
    I agree, a second opinion

    I agree, a second opinion does not hurt if your insurance pays for it.   Glad that your markers went down.

     

    mommaellen

  • VickiSam
    VickiSam Member Posts: 9,079 Member
    #4
    mommaellen said:

    I agree, a second opinion

    I agree, a second opinion does not hurt if your insurance pays for it.   Glad that your markers went down.

     

    mommaellen

    ... Markers going down, now that

    is GREAT news.  Like our other Sisters in PINK - I would suggest a 2nd opinion if insurance will approve.  Take it one step, at a time.

    Strength, Courage and HOPE for a Cure.

    Vicki Sam

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