ILC (Invasive Lobular Carcinoma)
Discussion List
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Removal of other breast
I had right mastectomy in January for grade 2 ILC. 90mm. Clear nodes. I had a reduction of left breast. Histology of left breast tissue showed Classical lobular carcinoma in situ. Which I have been told is not considered as cancer. I had initially asked for DMX which was refused as NHS does not like to remove healthy…
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Newly Diagnosed with ILC
Hi everyone, it’s still feels strange to say that I have breast cancer. I’ve had a long journey with breast screenings, biopsies and surgeries. In 2017 I was diagnosed with LCIS which I was told was not cancer. I was given the option of preventive mastectomy or the watch and wait option as I had no genes for cancer,…
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Best imaging for screening?
I know MRI is not standard of care (right?), but what do you get for lobular screening? Mammo? Mammo+US? Digital tomosynthesis? MRI? How frequently? Love to all in here.
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How accurate / relevant is Oncotype DX for ILC?
Hi all - new here and caring for a loved one with ILC. Forgive me if this is a dumb q: but is Oncotype DX as relevant for ILC vs ductal? Thank you.