Sometimes I find things and it is for informational purposes only. As a breast cancer survivor, we move on through life but there remains the question in the back of our mind if there could be a recurrence somewhere in the future. Normally, it is not an everyday thought but every time you go back for your scheduled checks it hits back on the radar. One misnomer is that your risk of recurrence continues after 5 years. We have all heard about anti-estrogen therapy that may benefit some women. You physician will be able to tell you what strategy is best for you and also the benefit and side effects. This is something to ask about. You also need to assess what your concerns are including your personal risk, what medication should I be taking, for how long and can this help prevent the cancer from coming back? It is important to check your insurance coverage and be informed. You are a part of the process and you need to have knowledge on your side. As a breast cancer survivor, you can find helpful information and make informed choices and learn to make each day a great day! S
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AuthorMy name is Sue Kilburn and I am a clinical nurse breast cancer educator at the Yolanda G. Barco Oncology Institute in Meadville, Pennsylvania. Archives
March 2015
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