Should I seek a second opinion for my cancer treatment?

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TJ

Community Member

a year ago

I was dx with hers2 stage 4 Mets to the liver. I had one tx with tchp. My Dr came on and told me they were going to stop curative tx and move to life extension. The mass in my breast seemed to be smaller to the touch and even looks a lot smaller. She took me off the carboplatin, told me surgery and radiation are off the table. This all seems premature to me. I don't understand her decision. It's like they have given up on me. I'm at md anderson. Should I ask for a second opinion? I am confused and very angry. I don't trust them at all. The side effects to the chemo were very minimal. My labs are perfect. I have been dx with diabetes through this but doing well on insulin. I'm so confused. Anyone else deal with something like this?

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Seeking a second opinion is always a reasonable choice when facing important treatment decisions, especially when feeling uncertain about the recommended approach. Many patients find value in having another oncologist review their case and treatment options, as different specialists may have varying perspectives on the best path forward. The feelings of confusion and frustration are completely understandable when treatment plans change unexpectedly. Consider discussing these concerns directly with the medical team and asking for detailed explanations about their reasoning, and don't hesitate to explore getting another expert's view if that would help provide clarity and peace of mind.

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RM

Community Member

6 months ago

They need to get your liver under control. I had to wait 6 years b4 they did a double mastectomy. I had 12 tumors in the beginning. I went through 5 different chemos at once in the beginning. My liver tumors all disappeared and after my surgery I am left with 1 tumor in my bone so I am Stage IV and will stay that way. I take Herceptin infusions weekly for almost 8 years and I am doing good. My remaining tumor has been stable for years.

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CA

Community Member

2 months ago

Seeking a second opinion is always a reasonable choice when facing important treatment decisions, especially when feeling uncertain about the recommended approach. Many patients find value in having another oncologist review their case and treatment options, as different specialists may have varying perspectives on the best path forward. The feelings of confusion and frustration are completely understandable when treatment plans change unexpectedly. Consider discussing these concerns directly with the medical team and asking for detailed explanations about their reasoning, and don't hesitate to explore getting another expert's view if that would help provide clarity and peace of mind.

Should I seek a second opinion for my cancer treatment?

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