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Just been diagnosed with breast cancer for the 2nd time!!!

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Hi, just needed to talk to like minded people and people who can advise and support. I am 40 and have just been diagnosed with breast cancer for the second time. Almost ten years ago to the day. 

My cancer is very hormone driven. Last time I had a lumpectomy, chemo and radio. I have also been on Tamoxifen for last ten years.

I am unsure yet if it is a reoccurrence, secondary or new. But it's the same type, and side. My Dr has said I can't have radio again and possibly no chemo?! I presumed chemo would have been a given.

I have to have a lot of genetic testing, a mastectomy and hormone treatment. Just had CT scan to see if it's anywhere else. 

Anybody else been in a similar situation or can offer some advice xc

Thanks 

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    Hi Rehab2, 

    I am so sorry to hear you have been diagnosed with breast cancer for the second time almost 10 years later. It must be a time of confusion and uncertainty for you at the moment as you know you are dealing with the same type of cancer on the same side but you are still unsure as to whether it is a reoccurrence, secondary or something new. Has the doctor explained to you why they think you can't have radiotherapy again and perhaps no chemotherapy either? It must all be a bit unsettling for you but it sounds like they are being thorough in their investigations and it's good that they are doing all this genetic testing. Hopefully you will get a better idea soon as to what your treatment options might be. 

    Keeping everything crossed for you for the results of your CT scan and if there is anything you want to ask our cancer nurses, feel free to get in touch with them on this free number 0808 800 4040 - their helpline is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm. 

    I hope that you will hear from other members of our community who have been in a similar situation and were diagnosed with breast cancer a second time. 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator

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    Hi Rehab2, 

    I am so sorry to hear you have been diagnosed with breast cancer for the second time almost 10 years later. It must be a time of confusion and uncertainty for you at the moment as you know you are dealing with the same type of cancer on the same side but you are still unsure as to whether it is a reoccurrence, secondary or something new. Has the doctor explained to you why they think you can't have radiotherapy again and perhaps no chemotherapy either? It must all be a bit unsettling for you but it sounds like they are being thorough in their investigations and it's good that they are doing all this genetic testing. Hopefully you will get a better idea soon as to what your treatment options might be. 

    Keeping everything crossed for you for the results of your CT scan and if there is anything you want to ask our cancer nurses, feel free to get in touch with them on this free number 0808 800 4040 - their helpline is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm. 

    I hope that you will hear from other members of our community who have been in a similar situation and were diagnosed with breast cancer a second time. 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator

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