I was recently diagnosed with DCIS Stage 0(cannot rule out microinvasion). I had a lumpectomy procedure 2 weeks ago. At the time of diagnosis I felt the treatment options were drastic (lumpectomy v mastectomy), but ultimately decided to do the lumpectomy because I was scared into getting the ”cancer” out. Prior to surgery I asked my dr about having an MRI and she didn’t feel it was necessary. Post surgery pathology showed lymph nodes negative, but microinvasion and also my margins are not clear. the Dr said she now wants to do an MRI and that they may need to do another lumpectomy to get clear margins or potentially mastectomy.

Now I’m regretting having the procedure so soon after diagnosis. I started finding articles on over diagnosis and overtreatment of DCIS. I don’t necessarily want to do radiation and hormone blocker. is it too late because I’ve already a lumpectomy? has anyone else opted for active surveillance? I have a post op appt w my surgeon this week. I’m so conflicted. so many thoughts running though my head. Has anyone else had a similar experience?