Newly diagnosed Stage 3 IDC BC

Yesterday I received my biopsy results. I have stage 3, Grade 3 invasive ductal carcinoma, ER PE negative, HER3 positive. I've had a CT scan and have suspicious spots on my liver. Until thr radiology report is finalised i can't start treatment. So am facing reality I may be upgraded to stage 4. 

  • Hi Birdy83 I replied to your post on the other thread.  Hopefully it is not upgraded to stage 4.  I have stage 4 breast cancer which is incurable BUT it is treatable.  I was diagnosed in September 24.  With all the new drugs and trials and treatments they have now, it is possible to live a good life for many years.  I do hope you take someone with you next week.  Please let me know how you get on.  

    Lee x

  • Hi Lee,

    Thank you so much for taking the time to reply. It really means a lot, especially hearing from someone who truly understands the emotions that come with all of this.

    I'm still waiting for the final CT report, so there's a lot of uncertainty at the moment, and I think that's one of the hardest parts. Reading your message has reminded me that even if things don't go the way I'm hoping, there are treatments available and people living well while receiving them.

    I will definitely be taking someone with me next week. Thank you for the advice and for your kindness.

    I'll let you know how I get on.

  • I am sorry to read that. I was diagnosed two days ago myself. It's grade 2 invasive ductal carcinoma , ER PE positive, awaiting other results and waiting for th MRI scan. I am truly shocked and can fully symphatise with you. Stay strong, we will get through it X