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LisaO
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8 years ago

Getting a second opinion from a different oncologist

Due to communication problems I have decided to see a new oncologist. I have contacted my surgeon who has referred me to another oncologist. My main question is do I have time on my side to wait to ...
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Tennille
Member
8 years ago
@LisaO  I would question why no radiation. I too had a mastectomy and full clearance with 3/26 positive nodes  so was given radiation since  I had 3 nodes. From what I have heard and read when there are 3 or more nodes involved, radiation is an option even when given a mastectomy.