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Phyllodes tumour, borderline
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Phyllodes tumour, borderline
by Alinad49, Nov 07, 2009 03:08PM
I have been recently diagnosed with a borderline phyllodes tumor and have just had a second operation as not enough healthy tissue was taken out with the tumour a month and a half ago. I am somewhat shocked that my oncologist has told me to come back for a check up in a year's time. Would you consider this standard procedure?
Doctor's Answer
by Cleveland Clinic, Nov 09, 2009 11:50AM
, Nov 09, 2009 11:50AM
Dear alinad49: The follow up after phyllodes tumor resection would likely be determined by the doctor. A year seems a long time if this was truly borderline. You might want to check again with your medical oncologist or seek a second opinion so that you feel comfortable.
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