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October 13, 2014
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A MyBCTeam Member

My Oncotype was 22 and I elected to do 4 rounds of TC to knock out any cancer cells that had made it to the bloodstream even though my nodes were clear. Cancer is a sneaky devil. I don't want to see it again. Now doing radiation as further preventive therapy.

October 25, 2014
A MyBCTeam Member

I was a 24 oncotype as well. Did chemo and rads due to on micromet in a node and lymphovascular invasion present with my tumor. I did 4 TC treatments and it wasn't that bad. Hair loss stinks, but I'm so glad I did chemo for additional piece of mind and I have never looked back in regret. Good luck with your decision. Whatever you decide trust it and never look back!

October 21, 2014
A MyBCTeam Member

This just goes to show that there are so many different "opinions" by our doctors. My score was a 28. I was told it was up to me. I could do the chemo or "roll the dice". I wasn't rolling any dice. I wanted to know I did everything possible so I did 4 rounds. We all have to make the best decisions for ourselves. Best of luck @A MyBCTeam Member!

October 15, 2014
A MyBCTeam Member

My oncologists, both old and new, don't recommend chemo for Oncotypes under 29 because of the long term side effects.

October 14, 2014
A MyBCTeam Member

Thank you @ Sanne. I have been to two Drs that would not give a definite answer. I've been leaning towards Tamoxifen only but your answer was very helpful!! @A MyBCTeam Member, I'm sorry you have had so much trouble. I appreciate your reply. Good luck and God Bless!!

October 14, 2014

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