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Re: whole brain radiation
My radiation oncologist never mentioned WBR as being an option more than once. I was under the impression the risk of damage to the brain is too high. Is cyberknife or gamma knife an option that has been mentioned? That is what my radiation oncologist plans to do if/when the brain tumors recur. I think that a second opinion would be a good idea. I actually think a second opinion is always a good idea. I am so sorry that your friend is facing such a tough situation. I will absolutely pray for her and her family. Please keep us updated!
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Diagnosed in October 2011 Stage IV with metastasis to liver.
January 2012 after double mastectomy, started taxotere, carboplatin and herceptin.
Clear.
December 2012 was diagnosed with five brain mets, and had whole brain radiation.
Around July 2014 two mets in brain, one a residual spot and one new one growing in size. Received Cyberknife on both areas
Clear/NED
April 2015 remain NED
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