-
0
anonymous
Stage 4 Patient
No not always. It depends on so many different things. Cancer treatment is so specialized now. There are a number of factors involved. -
0
anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
No chemo is not always used. I had a bilateral mastectomy so I didn't have to have radiation and when it came to chemo it was really my choice. I chose not to have it because the oncologist advised me that the small amount of benefit I would get from the chemo would not justify the effects of the chemo. I consider myself to be very lucky. I only have the rest of my reconstruction and 5 years of hormone treatment to go through. I hope I have made the right decision, only time will tell. -
0
anonymous
Survivor since 2007
The answer to your question is no. BUT... as Diana said, it depends on so many findings from the biopsy and surgery. I had a mastectomy, 4 rounds of chemotherapy and no radiation, but 5 years of hormone blocking drug. Take care, Sharon -
0
anonymous
Stage 4 Patient
No, I have Herceptin only which is hormone therapy and is much easier for side effects, it is given intravenously. -
0
anonymous
Survivor since 2011
If its in the duct still, typically one doesn't need chemo b/c that means its contained and hasn't been able to spread to nodes. -
0
anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
When the oncologist thought I only had DCIS, I was to only have six weeks of radiation. -
0
anonymous
Stage 2B Patient
No, sometimes they just do a lumpectomy and or radiation. Your doctor makes that determination depending on individual circumstances.
Educational Video
Personal Story
Related Topics
Looking for another topic?
Use the search box in the top right.
About Beyond The Shock®
Beyond The Shock is a comprehensive online guide to understanding breast cancer.
It is a resource for women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, a place for loved ones to gain a better understanding of the disease, and a tool for doctors to share information.
Beyond The Shock is a collaborative breast cancer guide created by the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc. (NBCF) with the support of the finest medical experts, doctors, and researchers in the world. NBCF utilized ground-breaking technology and the resources of the global medical community to create an accessible platform for understanding a diagnosis of breast cancer.
More Information
Terms of Service
|
Privacy Policy
|
Sitemap
|
Medical Disclaimer
"Copyright © 2011 - BeyondTheShock.com\r\n®\r\n. All Rights Reserved." BeyondTheShock.com ® is operated by the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc. , a non-profit organization with a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. Oven Bits