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My mom (59) has a small pelvic effusion, and just a little ascitis since november. i fell on mesothelioma peritoneal and got scared. she is feeling good as always. i wish someone could reassure me that it's unlikely... mri's show all normal?
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Recommend...: ...with mom's permission, that you accompany her to her next doctor's visit, review in detail all tests that generated concern, and feel reassured then that your questions regarding mom's health have been addressed to your satisfaction. You sound like a caring daughter!
Answered 6/8/2017
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