Her2-Neu confusion
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You will get the same treatment in either case so proceed with the chemo - that's my suggestion since adriamycin is considered first line against Her2 neu. They can still retest the tissue, I think, and the same treatment will be given in either case. It is with metastases that treatments changes for HER2 and often only for those who are 3+ as I am.0
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Hi BJaye,jeancmici said:You will get the same treatment in either case so proceed with the chemo - that's my suggestion since adriamycin is considered first line against Her2 neu. They can still retest the tissue, I think, and the same treatment will be given in either case. It is with metastases that treatments changes for HER2 and often only for those who are 3+ as I am.
My original pathology report said I was Her2 negative (1+). That was done with the IHC test. I had them redo it with the FISH test and I came out positive 2.8. I believe the FISH test supercedes the IHC test. I don't see the harm in having it redone a third time if that's what they want to do, but with the FISH test. What stage and all are you? What jeancmici said is right though, you will probably start with the AC in either case. I'm stage IIIA and began herceptin with the taxol afterward as part of a clinical trial. Good luck.
Susan0
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