I'm bringing this old thread forward briefly for consideration of another piece of misinformation that remains online at Mayo. I think Mayo is a great place for
treatment, but the problem of misinformation online is still there. Granted, the link I'm concerned about indicates it is a response dated 2002, but for those who are new to bc or less familiar with the lingo or English language, I still think this dated stuff should be designated as OUT OF DATE INFO, or removed. I think this is the same doc that is quoted who was involved with the previous problem that was removed. The thrust of his commentary here (that treatment generally needs to start in 12 weeks) is fine, but the complete lack of any mention of trastuzumab as well as the legitimate exploration of ovarian ablation/hormonal manipulation as a possible alternative just doesn't cut it.
http://www.oncolink.upenn.edu/expert...&ss=22&id=1780
"Chemotherapy and tamoxifen remain the standard and unwavering recommendations for this patient."
Comments?
-AlaskaAngel
Reality check, 2009
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