Survival chances. wife 4.2 cm stage 2b bc. micrometastis one node one with .3mm. in chemo then rads. chose double mastectomy. her2+ estrogen and prog+?

Everyone's different: Survival rates are most appropriately applied to large groups of patients; it's impossible to give such a number for one person, especially without knowing her own unique situation. With that said, the reported 5-yr survival rates from the national cancer database are 74% for stage iib. Keep in mind this reflects people rx'd 10 years ago and is not segregated by molecular staging.

Moderate: Some good factors: only 1 node - and with micromet , er+ pr+. Bad features: moderate size 4.2 cm, her2+. An aggressive tumor, but she is pursuing it aggressivelly with her treatment. She is at higher risk than average for recurrence. Fortunately, new bc drugs are being developed that may be useful if she does suffer recurrence. There are many like her who are survivors - i wish you well!