Lumpectomy versus mastectomy

hi - just been diagnosed with DCIS - immediate thought was to have a mastectomy as already had a mastectomy and reconstruction on other breast back in 2004. Surgeon has suggested lumpectomy and radiotherapy because of size of affected area and my age? So undecided. Any thoughts.

  • Welcome to our forum, Secondtimer, although I'm sorry for the reason that brings you here.

    We have information on our website I wanted to share with you about DCIS and its treatments, which might be of some help, to read more please click on this link.

    I'm sure there are a few members here who can relate to the decision you are facing and hopefully some of them will be along shortly to give advice and share their experiences with you.

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    Best wishes,

    Renata, Cancer Chat Moderator