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How To Cure A 14cm Soft Tissue Tumor & Possible Liposarcoma?

I had an MRI at the end march due to loss of calf muscle, it showed a fractured tibia plateau and some damage to the gastroc and soleus muscles. I went for a follow up last week and my orthopedic surgeon and he requested another MRI with contrast because my left leg is atrophy and it looks completely different then my other leg and the pain is unbearable. Results came back and it says a 14 cm soft tissue tumor, possible liposarcoma. I went to an oncologist and he said after reviewing my MRI s and X-rays it s not cancer. My question is should he have done or scheduled a biopsy in order to completely rule out cancer?
Thu, 30 Jun 2016
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hi
Hope this message finds you in good health.
I have gone through your complaints and understand your concern.
Your doubt is absolutely spot on. Any swelling should undergo a biopsy before labelling it as any type of cancer.
It will confirm the diagnosis.
Your swelling seems to be a benign one and will get cured if treated appropriately.
Nothing to worry about.
I hope your question has been answered.
If you have any follow-up queries,feel free to consult me anytime.
Thanks,Take care,God bless.
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How To Cure A 14cm Soft Tissue Tumor & Possible Liposarcoma?

Hi Hope this message finds you in good health. I have gone through your complaints and understand your concern. Your doubt is absolutely spot on. Any swelling should undergo a biopsy before labelling it as any type of cancer. It will confirm the diagnosis. Your swelling seems to be a benign one and will get cured if treated appropriately. Nothing to worry about. I hope your question has been answered. If you have any follow-up queries,feel free to consult me anytime. Thanks,Take care,God bless.