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Is Babytam (A Lower Dose of Tamoxifen) an Option After DCIS?
A lower dose of tamoxifen called babytam is now an option for DCIS patients to lower the risk of recurrence.
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It’s Not “Just” DCIS: Stage Zero doesn’t mean Zero Challenges
It’s’ just DCIS. It’s just Stage Zero. Just Stop it! Stage zero breast cancer doesn’t mean zero challenges.
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Why is DCIS Controversial?
Why is DCIS Controversial? And what does that mean for patients? When I was diagnosed with DCIS in 2019, I had no idea it was controversial. I knew DCIS was early-stage breast cancer and needed to be treated. But, the idea that it was controversial? That certainly didn't cross my mind.
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DCIS Matters: 15 Takeaways from the 2022 ASBrS DCIS Controversies Course
After a day of learning about DCIS treatment, research, and future treatment options, I had pages of notes and plenty of hope. DCIS matters!
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Radiation for DCIS Patients- Is It Worth It?
Is adding on radiation treatment after a successful lumpectomy for DCIS worth it? Why should I do this extra treatment if the DCIS was removed with clear margins? New study results show long-term benefits for radiation.
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Diagnosed with DCIS- What Are The Treatment Options?
When I was diagnosed with DCIS- Stage 0 breast cancer, I was faced with many decisions. What were my treatment options? Since I had never faced a diagnosis like this before, I needed to do a lot of learning before making these decisions.
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What is DCIS: Stage 0 Breast Cancer
DCIS- Ductal Carcinoma in Situ is Stage 0 breast cancer. It is the earliest stage that breast cancer can be detected.
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DCIS Treatment Decisions: Radiation After My Lumpectomy
After my lumpectomy in the fall of 2019, I decided to undergo radiation treatment. After consulting with my breast cancer medical team and getting my questions answered, I felt very comfortable with my treatment decision.
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One Year Cancerversary: My Diagnosis Day
September 2020 marked my one year cancerversary. One year ago I sat in my breast surgeon’s office and heard the words that I had breast cancer. I wanted to share my diagnosis day with you today, and offer you some tips on how you can make sure that your medical results get communicated to you in a way that you…
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Get Your Mammogram- Regular Screenings Reduce Risk
If you are a woman over 40 and you haven’t scheduled your mammogram yet this year, I am here to urge you today to get that on your calendar now! Regular screenings reduce our risk.
