Is Metastatic Ductal Carcinoma Serious?

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TT

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a year ago

All of this is new to me i am53 and i just had a left mastectomy and node with nuclear injection from my anthology report im reading there were 3 tumors and1 17 mm long and i reading that i have metastatic ductal carcinoma not good correct? metastatic ductal carcinoma this isnt good am i right wh

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Getting a cancer diagnosis and going through surgery can feel overwhelming, especially when trying to understand medical reports and terminology. The medical team will be the best source for explaining what the pathology results mean for your specific situation and what the next steps in your treatment plan will be. Many people in this community have walked similar paths and found it helpful to write down questions before appointments and bring a trusted person along for support during important conversations with doctors.

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KL

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6 months ago

Metastatic just means it has left your breast. What stage are you? That makes a big difference as well. Good luck. Ask lots of questions of everyone. Oncology Nurse, nurse navigator, surgical oncologist and on this platform you can ask a question of the Drs I believe

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CA

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2 months ago

Getting a cancer diagnosis and going through surgery can feel overwhelming, especially when trying to understand medical reports and terminology. The medical team will be the best source for explaining what the pathology results mean for your specific situation and what the next steps in your treatment plan will be. Many people in this community have walked similar paths and found it helpful to write down questions before appointments and bring a trusted person along for support during important conversations with doctors.

Is Metastatic Ductal Carcinoma Serious?

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