Result's- should i be worried?
Went and seen my oncologist today and my tumor markers- CA 15-3 have increased by 17 points, after previously going down 37 points. Should i be concerned that this may indicate its spreading? Pam
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Hi Pam
Yes, my Doctor always stresses it is the trend that they look for not the numbers. When I was on my first treatment my numbers went up and up (and doubling) then had scans which showed that the treatment wasn't working. I then changed treatment and the trends for the last 4 scans have been down (although still not in 'normal' range)
But you should definitely clarify things with your Dr.
Amy x