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A bit confused
Hi, after my call back from a mammogram recently, spent 4 hours having further tests and 5 biopsies. At the final doctor told me they are pretty certain I have breast cancer and went on to explain tha...
Well breast surgeon's rely on experience also. I would trust them. I know the biopsy says no cancer but they are working on years of knowledge that more than likely it is. I don't believe they would do the surgery otherwise.
Now as to radiotherapy ...that will depend on final pathology. Also if a significant amount of tissue is being taken is it worth saving tbe breast?. A mastectomy sometimes negates the need for radiotherapy but not always. ..especially if near chest wall.
Your breast csre nurse might he able to help with some answers if you have one.
Lots of unknowns. I probably haven't helped you at all...except to say...trust your surgeon. Kath x
Now as to radiotherapy ...that will depend on final pathology. Also if a significant amount of tissue is being taken is it worth saving tbe breast?. A mastectomy sometimes negates the need for radiotherapy but not always. ..especially if near chest wall.
Your breast csre nurse might he able to help with some answers if you have one.
Lots of unknowns. I probably haven't helped you at all...except to say...trust your surgeon. Kath x