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Joan Kaapke - 07 Aug 2004 20:12 GMT

I am also 74, and was diagnosed with b.c. in Feb. 04. I was given the
choice of lumpectomy or mastectomy, and chose lumpectomy. I am now
receiving IMRT radiation, and then will have CMF chemo. I feel I am getting
the best care available in my area, and my surgeon did discuss everything
with me before I made a decision. I don't think my age was a consideration
in the treatment plan offered; it was really my choice.

Wishing you the best--Joan

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mosherm@nsnet.pns.ca - 07 Aug 2004 21:12 GMT

>I am also 74, and was diagnosed with b.c. in Feb. 04. I was given the
>choice of lumpectomy or mastectomy, and chose lumpectomy. I am now
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>Wishing you the best--Joan

I'm 57 and had the same treatment as you are receiving, although I had
chemo before radiation.

I too had the choice of lumpetomy or mastectomy. When the doctor
phoned me to tell me the lump was cancer and surgery would be in 4
days I initially chose mastectomy. I spent 3 days crying and decided
to change my mind and have the lumpectomy.

It's been two years now and so far so good.

Marilyn

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