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How to get a second opinion

Posted by mary4elpo @mary4elpo, Jun 17, 2023

I want to know how to get a second opinion, my colon cancer metastasize to two lymph nodes one in neck and one near stomach and a small lesion on liver. My doctor says all they can do is chemo and no surgery.

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roywalton | @roywalton | Jun 18, 2023

Simply contact another GI group, have you contacted Mayo Clinic? Where do you live? Check on other Docs covered in your network. There may at least be a different approach re chemo, possibly radiation as well

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laser | @laser | Jun 18, 2023

I agree with roywalton. If you have another hospital in your network, (If you need to have one in network) just go there and say you want a second opinion about your cancer. You could also check with your insurance as to where they might suggest for getting a second opinion. When I was diagnosed with Rectal Cancer in 2019 and they told me what procedures I would have to go through, I talking it over with my wife and we decided to get a second opinion. I made an appointment at Froedtert hospital and mentioned I wanted a second opinion and they said they do this all the time. I had a much better gut feeling with the second place although the procedures were exactly the same. I am happy I went there though. Good luck in your decision.

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mary4elpo | @mary4elpo | Jun 18, 2023
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@laser

I agree with roywalton. If you have another hospital in your network, (If you need to have one in network) just go there and say you want a second opinion about your cancer. You could also check with your insurance as to where they might suggest for getting a second opinion. When I was diagnosed with Rectal Cancer in 2019 and they told me what procedures I would have to go through, I talking it over with my wife and we decided to get a second opinion. I made an appointment at Froedtert hospital and mentioned I wanted a second opinion and they said they do this all the time. I had a much better gut feeling with the second place although the procedures were exactly the same. I am happy I went there though. Good luck in your decision.

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Thank you for your advice.

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mary4elpo | @mary4elpo | Jun 18, 2023
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@roywalton

Simply contact another GI group, have you contacted Mayo Clinic? Where do you live? Check on other Docs covered in your network. There may at least be a different approach re chemo, possibly radiation as well

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Thank you

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rgb3547 | @rgb3547 | Jun 18, 2023
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Thank you

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Prayers for you. Just give it to Him. Leave it at his feet & never look back. Saying that I don't want to sound like you should stop everything you are doing now. Just continue whatever you are doing with your doctors & insurance to the best of your capacity BUT let it be in Faith & FULL Confidence that the Lord will not let you down this time & He will surely bring back better & brighter days into your life & the smile to your face. It may not be easy but this is your
surefire way out. Your unwavering faith in His Mercy & Love will see you through the fog & darkness. Things may even get worse in the coming days. But don't let that dishearten you & test your trust in Him. This too will pass. I will keep you in my prayers.

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mary4elpo | @mary4elpo | Jul 1, 2023
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@rgb3547

Prayers for you. Just give it to Him. Leave it at his feet & never look back. Saying that I don't want to sound like you should stop everything you are doing now. Just continue whatever you are doing with your doctors & insurance to the best of your capacity BUT let it be in Faith & FULL Confidence that the Lord will not let you down this time & He will surely bring back better & brighter days into your life & the smile to your face. It may not be easy but this is your
surefire way out. Your unwavering faith in His Mercy & Love will see you through the fog & darkness. Things may even get worse in the coming days. But don't let that dishearten you & test your trust in Him. This too will pass. I will keep you in my prayers.

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Thank you so much, i do trust my Lord in every situation and believe in his divine healing and protection. Amen

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sbt19 | @sbt19 | Jul 2, 2023

I would try to find an oncologist associated with a research hospital. There are so many new treatments for cancer now and private practice doctors may not keep up with the latest developments. If you live close to a research hospital, call them and ask for an appointment for a second opinion.

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