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Is Bilateral Mastectomy Effective In The Treatment Of Breast Cancer?
I finished the six chemotherapy treatments. The doctor said the tumor has reduced to about 1 cm. and suggested that he will just remove the tumor and follow with 5 weeks of radiation . Originally, I plan to have bilateral mastectomy, but now I am confused. What do you think is good for me ?
Mon, 18 Dec 2017
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Thank you for using Healthcaremagic to post your query. I read carefully your question and I understand your concern.
The treatment of breast cancer varies according to the stage of tumor, tumor subtype including hormonr receptor status ER,PR,HER2,genomic markers, presence of genes BRCA1 or BRCA2 and of course patients age ,general health, menopausal status and preferences.
Your doctor will evaluate your conditions and will decide.
Hope my answer was helpful.
Best regards,
Dr . Xhufka
Thank you for using Healthcaremagic to post your query. I read carefully your question and I understand your concern.
The treatment of breast cancer varies according to the stage of tumor, tumor subtype including hormonr receptor status ER,PR,HER2,genomic markers, presence of genes BRCA1 or BRCA2 and of course patients age ,general health, menopausal status and preferences.
Your doctor will evaluate your conditions and will decide.
Hope my answer was helpful.
Best regards,
Dr . Xhufka
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