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DCIS and surgery Q&As

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1. My sister in law had breast cancer and only had the lump removed. I've been told I have to have a mastectomy for pre-cancer of the breast. Why do I need more treatment than she does when I don't have actual cancer?

last reviewed: 18.01.2006

2. Are there any guidelines on the length of time my sister should wait before having surgery for her breast cancer? She got the diagnosis 2 weeks ago and is still waiting for an appointment to have the lump out.

last reviewed: 01.06.2006

3. Are there different types of breast reconstruction a woman can have after a mastectomy?

last reviewed: 25.10.2006

4. I had a routine mammogram last month and was recalled because it was abnormal. I have now had a biopsy and have been told I have DCIS. My surgeon is in favour of my having a mastectomy but is prepared to do a lumpectomy if I really want it. Am I taking a big risk if I ask for a lumpectomy?

last reviewed: 01.06.2005

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