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Silky
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since ‎04-11-2014

Re: Should I take Tamoxifen with a low ER+ patholo...

by in Public Archive
‎04-11-2014 05:02
‎04-11-2014 05:02
Thanks, that's what I'm wrestling with at the moment. Some days I think I'll try it and see how I go, other times I think I'll go along with my oncologists original thoughts that I won't need it. He also feels that Herceptin is a wonder drug and the main preventer. I guess I'll have a few more sleepless nights until I settle on a decision. Where's that crystal ball when you need it !! Xx ... View more

Should I take Tamoxifen with a low ER+ pathology r...

by in Public Archive
‎04-11-2014 10:20
‎04-11-2014 10:20
Hi, My dilemma is should I take tamoxifen or not? I was diagnosed in Jan 2014, had chemo, WLE with sentinel node biopsy, radiotherapy and herceptin. My pathology results are HER2 positive (hence the herceptin) lymph nodes clear, and ER2 PR3. At my last appointment with my oncologist we discussed Tamoxifen and whether or not I should take it. He thinks as my pathology result is a weak positive then Tamoxifen would not really benefit me, in fact the side effects may outweigh any benefits. I was quite happy to go along with his opinion until he said 'if you twist my arm I will prescribe it' !! Now I don't know what to do. I'm seeing him again next month to discuss it further. Just wanted to collect some thoughts and ideas before I see him. Has anyone else been given this choice with low ER+ results? Thanks ... View more