Friday, June 01, 2012

Florida Linda's Posts

BRCA positive - oophorectomy or complete hysterectomy?

I am finishing treatment for IDC, E+,P+, Her2+.  I've tested positive for the BRCA2 mutation & am considering next steps. I think removing the ovaries & tubes is almost a no-brainer, as I'm past menopause & my BC is estrogen+. (I'll be starting Arimidex soon.) Taking out ovaries/tubes reduces risk of ovarian cancer and also... Read moreChevron