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Is Surgery The Only Option For Desmoid Tumor?

My boyfriend who is 36 years old age had desmoid tumor in his abdominal area. The doctor recommended regular MRI to monitor the growth of the tissue. His tumor is around 10mm (less then 4 inches?) The second MRI shows little to no growth, but his doctor still recommended surgery. I am wondering if surgery is the only option or tumor this stage should just be left alone.
p.s. He got surgery done to remove many polyps in his colon several years ago.
Wed, 11 Mar 2015
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Hi, dear
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.
He has desmoid tumour. It is benign tumour. Treatment of choice is surgical excision only. No any drugs will be helpful in desmoid tumour. You can leave it as it is, but you should regularly check its growth. If it is growing then you should removed it.
Surgical excision is the wise thing to do.
Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly.
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Is Surgery The Only Option For Desmoid Tumor?

Hi, dear I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. He has desmoid tumour. It is benign tumour. Treatment of choice is surgical excision only. No any drugs will be helpful in desmoid tumour. You can leave it as it is, but you should regularly check its growth. If it is growing then you should removed it. Surgical excision is the wise thing to do. Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.