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Hi @carol2

Sorry you’ve found yourself on this forum but you will find help and support from many lovely people. I noticed you are HER2+ and wanted to let you know that there is a thread for us HER2+ people if you would like to join.

HER2+ and need some buddies

Morning all I have put off joining a breast cancer forum since my DCIS diagnosis on 9th November 2023. I was firmly in denial and quite sure it would just be removed, a quick blast of radiotherapy and on with my 3 jobs. I didn’t even plan to tell my elderly parents and 14 year old son. Fortunately I do have a very supportive husband and best friend who lives close by. I’m 53 years old and still thought I was invincible. I was in surgery on 15th November and got the results on 30th November. Th…

I am also HER2+ and ER+ bi lateral ( 2 primary tumours) I had surgery in July , then 12 weekly Paclitaxel with Herceptin 3 weekly, radiotherapy, due Zolendronic acid shortly. I am still receiving Herceptin until September and am on Letrozole.

I hope you join the monthly chemo starters as it’s good to share experiences and support each other with side effects.

Take care You will realise you are stronger than you think. Always ask for help when needed.