Breast Conserving Surgery vs full Mastectomy

Imasurvior2025
Imasurvior2025 Member Posts: 1 Member
in Breast Cancer #1

I was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer that was caught early. 2 tumors less than 5cm in my right breast and 1 lymph node that is cancerous. I have completed 3 of 8 cycles of chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatment. I have a life changing decision to make about my options for surgery. Can someone please share with me your experience and how you arrived at your decision? My children are advocating for me to choose a full mastectomy. They believe this will ensure the cancer will never return.

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  • suesuestl
    suesuestl Member Posts: 1 Member
    #2

    I'm a 6 year cancer survivor and underwent lumpectomy. Recent MRI showed focus of enhancement in tumor bed rated bi rads 4. A second look ultrasound rated bi rads 4 c. MRI guided biopsy scheduled in two weeks. I'm a retired RN and am terrified. Having trouble waiting for the biopsy and none of my docs have given me a good reason for change in bi rads score. Im anticipating a mastectomy this go around. Can anyone who's been here help?

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