Hi
I'm 54 years old, stage 2 BC Invasive lobular carcinoma, ER positive, progesterone positive and her2 positive, lymph nodes clear. I went for usual mammogram end of August 2021. Its all happened so quickly. 1st biopsy and further investigations 13th September 2021, results 22nd September 2021 diagnosis of stage 2 BC no spread to lymph nodes under arm. Referral to my local hospital for treatment by surgery. Saw pre assessment unit 5th October and 8th October surgery on 11th October for nuclear biopsy, mammogram and wire incision. Stayed in due to epilepsy over night. Recovering well from surgery. Results for 2nd biopsy in lymph nodes clear with clear margins on 2 November. Referral to oncologist on 16th November 2021 for treatment. Treatment plan chemotherapy as Her2 positive, targeted therapy for 6 months chemo injection and chemotherapy for another 3 months with radiotherapy and cancer tablet letrozole.
I have to make a decision about chemo to start in 2 weeks. I was surprised to hear needed it as a stage 2 but because of Her2 being positive it changes treatment. I was prepared for radiotherapy but not this news re chemo and the duration of the treatments off work.Also have preexisting illness, asthma and epilepsy. My neurologist has told me today all treatment won't affect the epilepsy or medication on, keppra but still scared. I live alone with no family around and worried more about how manage financially whilst going through treatment and don't drive either re transport. Any help appreciated
Michelle x
