An "oncotype dx" test was run on the tissue that was removed during surgery. This test is supposed to tell how likely recurrence is and how well the cancer will respond to chemo. Linda's score was 13 on a 0-100 scale, meaning recurence is unlikely (about 8%) but also that chemo wouldn't have much success against her cancer. We'll see both the surgeon and the oncologist, who we have not yet seen, during the coming week and then they will put there heads together and figure out the tx plan. More waiting.


David R. 65 yr old male non-smoker, light drinker, stage 3 or 4, depending on which doc you ask, scc rt. tonsil, 2 nodes, 7 weeks radiation and chemo. No surgery. Teatment ended 3/20/08. PET scan 8/08 showed no cancer.
And now, as of oct, 2010, caregiver to wife, Linda, with breast cancer.
May, 2013, Linda diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer. Enuf already.