Hi Mrssquiggy,
I chose not to do radiation or tamoxifen. I feel good about my final decision but I did struggle for awhile trying to make a choice. I too felt pressured not only by the doctors but also friends and relatives. I had some who felt the same as I did and others who felt I should just follow the doctors advice because "they had more knowledge then I did"
My next mamo is scheduled for September 1st and I see my surgeon the next week. I have not seen him since I made the decision not to follow through on his advice so I am a bit nervous. I am praying that my mamo is clear and that I have indeed made the right choice. I am trying to learn as much as I can about caring for myself naturally as opposed to exposing myself to more radiation and drug therapy.
I am not sure but it seems that knowing you have had previous cancer maybe the radiation was a better choice for you. We can only do what we feel is right for ourselves. You will know in your heart what is best for you. As long as you have researched and listened to the advice of those you respect your decision will be the one that is best for you.
My prayers are with you. Keep strong.
Cheryl
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Hi Mrssquiggy,
August 13, 2010 - 5:28pmI chose not to do radiation or tamoxifen. I feel good about my final decision but I did struggle for awhile trying to make a choice. I too felt pressured not only by the doctors but also friends and relatives. I had some who felt the same as I did and others who felt I should just follow the doctors advice because "they had more knowledge then I did"
My next mamo is scheduled for September 1st and I see my surgeon the next week. I have not seen him since I made the decision not to follow through on his advice so I am a bit nervous. I am praying that my mamo is clear and that I have indeed made the right choice. I am trying to learn as much as I can about caring for myself naturally as opposed to exposing myself to more radiation and drug therapy.
I am not sure but it seems that knowing you have had previous cancer maybe the radiation was a better choice for you. We can only do what we feel is right for ourselves. You will know in your heart what is best for you. As long as you have researched and listened to the advice of those you respect your decision will be the one that is best for you.
My prayers are with you. Keep strong.
Cheryl
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