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For Stage 1 breast cancer, radiation therapy is typically recommended after a lumpectomy. However, some patients aged 65 and older may be able to skip radiation therapy if they meet specific criteria:

• Tumor is no larger than 3 centimeters
• Cancer is estrogen receptor-positive and/or progesterone receptor-positive
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For Stage 1 breast cancer, radiation therapy is typically recommended after a lumpectomy. However, some patients aged 65 and older may be able to skip radiation therapy if they meet specific criteria:

• Tumor is no larger than 3 centimeters
• Cancer is estrogen receptor-positive and/or progesterone receptor-positive
• Lymph nodes are cancer-free While the exact radiation schedule isn't specified in the search results, radiation therapy is a standard part of treatment following lumpectomy to reduce the risk of cancer recurrence. Your oncology team will determine the most appropriate duration and frequency of radiation based on your specific case, tumor characteristics, and other individual factors.

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