I've been undergoing a series of biopsies in the last 3 weeks, and today I was diagnosed with Inflammatory Breast Cancer (IBC). Breast surgeon was lovely, but was clear I need what she called "the works" i.e. 6 - 8 rounds of chemo then mastectomy with clearage of all axillary lymph nodes, followed by radiotherapy and then other stuff as my cancer is positive for oestrogen and HER2, so Tamoxifen and Herceptin. Not looking for sympathy, I just want to get informed. Anyone have experience with IBC or the elements of treatment proposed? Have always valued the wisdom of Gransnet!
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