Hi Lavendersun
I can see that you like to hear from those of us who had our treatment some years ago so will join in. I was diagnosed soon after RoadRunner, in April 2007. Grade 3, ER/PR/HER all positive. I felt really lucky to have Herceptin as it was only licensed for primary cancer a few months before I needed it. I am older than you, but since diagnosis, both my daughters have married and I really didn't think all those years ago that I would be around for their weddings. Best of all, I am due to become a grandmother in April this year, just about the time I will celebrate my 6 years since diagnosis!
Treatments have improved so much and continue to improve. I had my Herceptin after chemo, now I think that it often starts during chemo as that has been found to be effective. Similarly, I expected to be on Aromasin for 5 years but because my cancer was very aggressive, they have suggested I stay on it for at least another 2 years, based on evidence from women a couple of years ahead of me.
The best of luck with all your treatment and I hope you get some reassurance from those of us who are several years on from the treatment.
Anne
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