Part I: Understanding risk of recurrence: Tests and treatments

In this session, Virginia Borges MD, MMSc discussed:
* Different levels of breast cancer recurrence risk
* Unique needs of individuals living with a high risk of recurrence
* Tests used to assess risk, including the latest in testing innovations
* Treatments that can help reduce the risk of recurrence
Dr. Borges also shared tips on lifestyle modifications to support health and wellbeing after a breast cancer diagnosis, and how to talk to your doctor about your individual risk of recurrence.
To learn more about recurrence, visit www.lbbc.org/a...
To get support for fear of recurrence, visit: www.lbbc.org/a...
To talk to someone with breast cancer for emotional support, connect with our Breast Cancer Helpline at www.lbbc.org/c...

[@SusanReik-r5o]

This was so informative. It always calms me down when listening to an objective fact based analysis of BC recurrence risk. Based on this information, my risk of recurrence is relatively low.

[@tonaruch8623]

This was great. She is so knowledgeable. Wish she were my oncologist

[@deborahcollard4560]

My cancer is HER 2 neg. Estrogen positive plus squamous cell 10 per cent. Surgery done plus 22 lymph nodes removed six had cancer cells. Any recommendentations? tumour grade 3.

[@LivingBeyondBC]

Thank you for your comment. Here is a link to more information about HER2-negative breast cancer on our website. www.lbbc.org/about-breast-cancer/treatments/targeted-therapy/for-triple-negative Since we are unable to answer specific medical questions or provide medical consultation, we encourage you to speak to your team of providers to get answers based on your unique medical situation. Thanks again for your comment and we hope this information is helpful to you.

[@lyn1366]

Thank you so much for this excellent information.

[@LivingBeyondBC]

Glad it was helpful!