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Somerset, PA
October 19, 2024
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Like Barbara said, it depends on the stage. Stages 1, 2 or 3, yes. No matter what type, stage 4 is not curable, but it can be managed for many, many years.
I was diagnosed 2018, TNBC,, grade 3, stage1, ki-67 85%. I am 5 years 6 months out of treatment. Living life. I pray ever day that I do not recur.
Wishing you well!

October 19, 2024
A MyBCTeam Member

Hi Connie. What do you mean by survivable? Every type of Breast cancer can be successfully eliminated but it also depends on some factors. Stage, grade, tumor markers etc. TNBC is more aggressive & I believe its treated with chemo. I wish I could be helpful, but these kinds of questions are difficult to answer because everyone is different as I mentioned the different factors that determine an adequate prognosis. I think its best not to think about how long can you live and just focus on today and your treatment. You are here now. Tomorrow is another story, none of us know how long we will survive with our cancers.

October 19, 2024
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Yes, triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is survivable, but survival rates vary based on the stage at diagnosis:

- Localized TNBC: 91% five-year survival rate.
- Regional TNBC: 65% five-year survival rate.
- Distant (metastatic) TNBC: 12% five-year survival rate.

Survival rates are improving with advancements in Show Full Answer

Yes, triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is survivable, but survival rates vary based on the stage at diagnosis:

- Localized TNBC: 91% five-year survival rate.
- Regional TNBC: 65% five-year survival rate.
- Distant (metastatic) TNBC: 12% five-year survival rate.

Survival rates are improving with advancements in treatment. Individual prognosis can vary, so it's important to discuss specific factors with a healthcare team.

October 19, 2024

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