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To have a second opinion about the need of removing a fibroadenoma 5.55.22.4 cm with usual focal hyperplasia ductal in right breast. ?

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Dr. Devon Webster answered

Specializes in Medical Oncology

Sure.: It's always OK to get a second opinion, especially when surgery is involved. See a breast surgeon. A breast mass measuring 5cm is quite large, and a biopsy only removes and tests a tiny piece of it. Without removing the whole mass, it's hard to know for sure that it's benign (not cancer).

Dr Juster agreed

Answered 1/22/2015

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A member asked:

To have a second opinion about the need of removing a fibroadenoma 5.55.22.4 cm with usual focal hyperplasia ductal in right breast. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Devon Webster answered

Dr Juster agreed

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