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Mom has a big mass in her breast. I saw the sonogram and mammogram. It's obviously not benign.
I understand there are new meds that are not chemo that's helps. Maybe slows growth. I haven't researched yet. Waiting for results of needle biopsy (this friday)
Im grateful for your love and support. โค๏ธ
There are huge strides in cancer research/treatment. Stay positive. ๐
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@ucantstop_me if it isn't benign, I recommend reading Dr. Susan Love's Breast book. It's maybe ten years old but has very good info about the different types of cancer as well as different treatments. Do your research and get a second opinion for any recommended treatments.
I just hit the 5 year remission mark last week,
so I wish you and your mom all the best.
@ucantstop_me I am so sorry to hear that, Sandra. I hope there is something that will help.
@ucantstop_me Sorry to hear that, sending healing thoughts
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@ucantstop_me
Sandra, just seeing this about your mom.
Specific gene testing can help determine whether immunotherapy is possible w/ or w/o chemo.
Ask the oncologist if the biopsy tissue genetic testing included EGFR, ALK and PD-L1. The Mister's PD-L1 was high meaning a good response to immunotherapy, like Keytruda. We're waiting on the EGFR. ALK is tested if the mass stage is 4 or greater.
Sending love to you and mom ๐
@ucantstop_me
I'll ad to this that the genetic testing for his mass is specific for non small cell adenocarcinoma. It may be completely different for breast cancer.
@CherNohio ty. The biopsy is Friday. Would you be able to identify if I showed you the mammogram?
@ucantstop_me
Oh gosh, no I wouldn't be able to. It's only with the assistance of the radiologists, oncologist and surgeon that I've been able to understand what his mass is all about. It's best for the professionals to assist you in that way. It's a lot to take in and I've had to step back with my not going wild googling all those scenarios. Waiting is awful, but it's truly best to use their expertise with guiding you. ๐ But...do ask about genetic testing on the mass & their recommendation
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Andโฆthat is IF it gets to that point. It just may be a very large cyst ๐๐ค
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