Hi doctor, Before a few months, my mother-in-law has got a tumor in her left breast. There is no pain. It had started growing recently in the last four to six weeks, and we consulted oncologists. The results of various tests are out. I wanted to get a second opinion. I have attached reports to you to have a look and send me your advice.
Hi. I have gone through the query. But before going ahead with treatment decisions, I need to know a few details: She will fit into a category of locally advanced breast cancer. Her disease is localized. If her age is not considered, then the plan would be chemotherapy followed by surgery and radiation depending on the type of surgery. She will also need a FISH (Fluorescence insitu hybridization) testing to decide whether another targeted therapy like Trastuzumab is required or not. Type of surgery depends on whether she wants to preserve her breasts or not. As the tumor is large (attachment removed to protect patient identity), she will need chemotherapy to reduce the size and then surgery. But, all this is done depending on the patient's general condition. For more information consult a medical oncologist online -->