[Elizabethtx]

Rebecca
You are very fortunate to have found the BC early. I understand your fears in not getting further treatment. My understanding during the initial discussions were that there is no way to remove all breast tissue , even with a Mastectomy. Some tissue remains behind because you must leave fat and tissue attached to the skin for nourishment. This is especially true if you have reconstruction. The idea is that radiation/chemo will take care of any "stray" cells. It seems to me that you are leaving yourself at risk for reoccurrence having no treatment at all. Herceptin is not a one time treatment as many on this board will share. You may have it again if necessary. Hopefully your onco will offer choices that you feel comfortable with.
Be vigilant and research well, as you will make the right choices for you!
Elizabeth