Fec-T

Can anyone help? I'm 70 and following screening was diagnosed with breast cancer. Four days previously, my husband was diagnosed with bowel cancer. Again following routein screening.We were  both fit and active with no symptoms. His bowel cancer has spread to his liver and he starts chemo tomorrow. I had a masectomy two weeks ago and this is where I need help. Fec-T has been offered but it's my decision. They are not sure if I still have cancer or will benefit from cbemo. I had a positiive sentlinel node but the other 3 taken were  negative. I am having radiotherapy, hormone therapy(Letrozole) and biphophonate (ZoledronicAcid). I am worried about my husband and I being I'll at the same time especially if I don't need or will benefit from Fec-T. There is a test Oncotype DX which tests cells and can predict if you would benefit from Fec-T. Has anyone had it? 

  • As I noticed your post hasn't received any replies I just wanted to stop by to welcome you to our forum, rockbottom.

    I'm so sorry to hear about how cancer has affected both you and your husband, it sounds like a very difficult time you two are facing so I'm glad you decided to join Cancer Chat, as here you're likely to meet others who can relate to what you are going through at the moment.

    Hopefully one (or more) of our members will come along shortly to share their experiences with you and offer advice.

    Our lovely team of cancer nurses are available for a chat too if you want to speak to someone medically trained over the phone and ask questions about Fec-T. They're available on this phone number: 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

    Best wishes to you and your husband,

    Renata, Cancer Chat Moderator