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@lenny48ca

I discovered my tumor putting on underarm deodorant when I felt a lump in my right armpit. A needle biopsy was done as well as c/t and pet scans followed by an MRI, which revealed an abnormality on my pancreas. I’m undergoing a biopsy on that abnormality on Friday. My oncologist tells me one of three possible outcomes are possible. The abnormality could be 1) nothing or 2) a new cancer or 3) the same cancer as in my armpit. The worst outcome is the last, I think. I have surgery scheduled for the May 26th, although my surgery might be canceled followed by palliative care. It is upsetting that I will have to wait three more weeks after the biopsy for the tumor in my armpit to be removed. It’s grown now to the size and feel of an almost ripe avocado.

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@lenny48ca

I can certainly understand that the uncertainty is disconcerting to you as it would be to any of us. However, please remember that you always have the right to get a second opinion. If you live near a multi-disciplinary health care center (like a university medical school, a renowned cancer center, or a facility like Mayo Clinic), this would be the best place for another opinion.

I hope that the biopsy results are better than expected. Will you post again with any concerns or questions?