If the breast tumor is shrinking with chemotherapy is there a need for surgery?

Breast tumor: May be . Discuss this important question with your oncology surgeon and don't ignore.

Yes-absolutely: Congratulations for responding to chemotherapy! this will make it easier for your surgeon to get clear margins. It is important to get the entire tumor removed. If not, once the chemo is stopped the tumor may grow back and become more aggressive (i.e. Spread to other parts of body). For the best outcome (i.e. Avoid death), please adhere to the treatment by your breast cancer team.