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Diagnosed with breast cancer in 1998. Had a lumpectomy and was given chemotherapy, radiotherapy, Tamoxifen, Arimidex and drugs for secondary cancer.

Cancer >> Breast Cancer in women >> Women 30 - 49 >> Interview 14 >> Describes her fears of possible recurrences, that led to anxiety about attending follow-up appointments.

Found a malignant lump and was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1982. Underwent a mastectomy and was given radiotherapy. In 2000 diagnosed with Ductal Carcinoma in-situ (DCIS) and was given a another mastectomy.

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