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Gastro md did colonoscopy; found sessile polyp. pathologist report says malignant net. seeing oncologist surgeon for treating plan wednesday. outside teaching hospital for total independent opinion set up by me. when to tell wednesday's doctor?

Q: gastro md did colonoscopy; found sessile polyp. pathologist report says malignant net. seeing oncologist surgeon for treating plan wednesday. outside teaching hospital for total independent opinion set up by me. when to tell wednesday's doctor?

: Tell them the truth and why you feel the need for a 2nd opinion. They deal with this on a regular basis. However, do not let either group delay seeking timely treatment. It could be you lose valuable time by looking for a different answer.

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Tell them the truth and why you feel the need for a 2nd opinion. They deal with this on a regular basis. However, do not let either group delay seeking timely treatment. It could be you lose valuable time by looking for a different answer.

Answered 7/31/2022

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Gastro md did colonoscopy; found sessile polyp. pathologist report says malignant net. seeing oncologist surgeon for treating plan wednesday. outside teaching hospital for total independent opinion set up by me. when to tell wednesday's doctor?

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