Justin & I went to see my oncologist. He wants to do a oncotype test on my cancer. Here is what that is
http://www.genomichealth.com/oncotype/faq/pat.aspx
Basically it will tell the doctor if I will benefit from chemotherapy. The thing I don't get is that I don't meet the criteria for the test (I'm not Stage I or II or node-negative) I'm Stage IIIa.
http://www.breastcancer.org/symptoms/diagnosis/staging.jsp
We also talked about my possible chemo cocktail. There are a lot of different chooses.
So what does this all mean! Well I'm waiting again! It takes 2 weeks to complete the test!
I think I'm going to get a second opinion! I want to make sure I'm getting the right treatment.
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getting the right tx no matter the illness is essential so I'm glad you are getting another opinion! Ask lots of questions....it helps them really be sure they are doing the right stuff for you! We continue to pray for you, and your medical team, and let us know if there is anything more we can do!
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