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Will an enlarged thymus gland attached to chest wall and causing breathing problems and weakness need to be removed?
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Yes: As much as possible, thymus tumor should be removed. For any residual thymus that cannot be removed, radiotherapy or chemotherapy has to be considered.
Answered 5/17/2013
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