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Re: Stage IIIA Survival Rates

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Posted by Shelly Blechman on 8/22/2000 from 216.246.34.217:

In reply to: Stage IIIA Survival Rates posted by Ellen S on 8/21/2000 from 207.205.191.92:

Dear Ellen,
Let me preface my comments by stating that I am not a healthcare professional. I find it difficult to quote survival rates for a number of reasons. First of all, Stage IIIA involves many different possible components, each with there own set of circumstances. Your age, the grade and s-phase of the tumor, the type of treatment are among a number of other additional factors in determining outcome.
I don't like to refer to survival rates because each person is so unique. We are indivuduals, not numbers. And what's to say if someone gets quoted a low survival rate, that they won't be part of the small percentage that DO survive?
I also think that positive attitude plays a crucial role in recovery. I believe that using complementary types of treatment are also important factors (such as use of imagery, meditation, herbal and vitamin supplements).
So I guess my recommendation is to focus on the positive aspects of what you need to do to recover and don't waste your energy searching for a number that does not relate to you as a person.

There is a good site for treament information if you have not been to it. It is the Cancer Information Service at:

http://cancernet.nci.nih.gov/

Go to the PDQ section for up to date information on treatment of various stages of breast cancer. I would also be glad to speak to you directly and/or send you some very helpful information if you would like. Just link to the confidential Personal Profile Form on this on page and direct it to my attention in the comments section. You may also call me at 626/332-2255. I look forward to hearing from you and hope all goes well.

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