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Has anyone had lymph node involvement diagnosed at Grade 1 14mm HR+ her2-

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February 22, 2025
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Hi AnnRette! I had a 2.5cm ILC HER2- HR+ on my left side. I have a completely different type of BC on my right side. They found cancer cells in one lymph node on my left side during my mastectomy (no nodes involved on my right side). My Oncologist sent for an Oncotype test to see if there was a benefit to treat the left side with chemo. The test came back with NO benefit and a 2% chance of reoccurrence rate so starting Monday, I will be given Herceptin (for both sides since the right is also HR+) weekly for 12 weeks with my chemo for the right side followed by radiation on the left side only for 30 days. We will follow radiation therapy with every 3 weeks of Herceptin for 12 months. Not sure what you’re looking for but I hope this helps answer your question.

February 22, 2025
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While each person's breast cancer diagnosis and experience is unique, hormone receptor-positive (HR+) breast cancer generally has good treatment outcomes. The size (14mm) and grade (1) you mention are considered relatively early stage factors.

The hormone receptor status (HR+) and HER2 negative status help determine the Show Full Answer

While each person's breast cancer diagnosis and experience is unique, hormone receptor-positive (HR+) breast cancer generally has good treatment outcomes. The size (14mm) and grade (1) you mention are considered relatively early stage factors.

The hormone receptor status (HR+) and HER2 negative status help determine the most effective treatment approach. HR+ breast cancers typically respond well to hormone therapy treatments. If lymph node involvement is detected, your healthcare team may recommend additional treatments. Some patients may need an axillary lymph node dissection (ALND) procedure. It's important to monitor for potential lymphedema after any lymph node surgery - this occurs in about 25% of patients who have lymph node procedures, typically within 3 years of treatment.

February 22, 2025

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