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Taffy · 04-23-2006, 09:40 AM

Hi Lala,

I am stage 3 but have a large tumour in my left breast. I was originally diagnosed in 2003 and had a mastectomy on my right breast. My new tumour is being treated with Arimidex at the moment and is shrinking (I think). I was told that I could not have an op because the skin is involved and there would not be enough skin to close the wound. I am due to start Herceptin next week. If the tumour shrinks right down then I will ask again about an op.

love
Sue

04-23-2006, 09:40 AM	#4
Taffy Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: UK Posts: 20	Op Hi Lala, I am stage 3 but have a large tumour in my left breast. I was originally diagnosed in 2003 and had a mastectomy on my right breast. My new tumour is being treated with Arimidex at the moment and is shrinking (I think). I was told that I could not have an op because the skin is involved and there would not be enough skin to close the wound. I am due to start Herceptin next week. If the tumour shrinks right down then I will ask again about an op. love Sue