Has anyone with inflammatory breast cancer seen tumor markers double but stay no...
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a month agoQuestion......... Anyone who has had imflamtory breast cancer and be out 3yrs ever get a tumor marker that doubled example mine from 11.2 to 22.4?? But still be within the normal range? All other blood work a little off but not a lot .... Do I need to b considered? Any other reasons this may happen? Doc set up for 6 months check. Ask if I had any swelling in foot and ankle and leg like a long long time ago?? Any thoughts anyone? K thanks
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a month agoTumor markers can fluctuate for various reasons, including infections, inflammation, or other non-cancer related factors, even when staying within normal ranges. It's encouraging that your doctor is staying on top of monitoring with a six-month follow-up plan. Many survivors in this community have experienced similar concerns about marker changes during their post-treatment journey, and connecting with others who've walked this path can provide valuable perspective and support.
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