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Nancy L · 10-01-2009, 05:53 PM

I assume you are talking about a second opinion regarding treatment protocol rather than your stage. Can you post what your primary oncologist is recommending? Perhaps others have been down your journey and can make a comment. When I was diagnosed with stage IV breast cancer, my desert oncologist was ready to put me on chemo. But I had already seen Dr. Slamon a few months prior because I felt I was trending water and it was just a matter of time. I emailed his PA and told her my diagnosis---she reached Dr. Slaman and he ordered what I am currently receiving----Herceptin plus Tykerb. My desert oncologist said he had never heard of this combo but he didn't hesitate to administer it. So far so good.

Stay strong----your are doing a lot of the right things.

P.S. I see you are from South California. Are you close to Palm Springs?

10-01-2009, 05:53 PM	#2
Nancy L Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: La Quinta, Ca Posts: 253	Re: 2nd opinion question? I assume you are talking about a second opinion regarding treatment protocol rather than your stage. Can you post what your primary oncologist is recommending? Perhaps others have been down your journey and can make a comment. When I was diagnosed with stage IV breast cancer, my desert oncologist was ready to put me on chemo. But I had already seen Dr. Slamon a few months prior because I felt I was trending water and it was just a matter of time. I emailed his PA and told her my diagnosis---she reached Dr. Slaman and he ordered what I am currently receiving----Herceptin plus Tykerb. My desert oncologist said he had never heard of this combo but he didn't hesitate to administer it. So far so good. Stay strong----your are doing a lot of the right things. P.S. I see you are from South California. Are you close to Palm Springs?