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Neuroendocrine Tumors (NETs) | Last Active: Dec 30, 2023 | Replies (12)
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@gmapam

Good morning
The surgeon has very straightforward and honest. He said that surgery is the best option. I can also wait and watch for further growth. He has done over a thousand of NET lung tumors. He was also very informative and answered all my questions. I told him that I was getting a second opinion and he was fine with that. He did bring up the issue of aftercare out of area could be complicated. Having to go to LA if a problem arises. I’m going to keep my Cedar appt on the 22nd. If her recommendations are the same as the dr where I live, I will have my surgery here locally. I felt very comfortable with Dr Hayashi.
Have a blessed day 😊

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Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | Aug 15, 2023

You are approaching this with a good attitude, @gmapam. I'm glad that you are consulting with another doctor. It is great, however, that the surgeon you saw was so experienced in doing this type of surgery.

I would love to get an update from you after your appointment on the 22nd. Will you post again?

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Zebra | @californiazebra | Aug 15, 2023

Yes, I'm also glad the surgeon you saw is so experienced with NET lung tumors. Experience is so important. I'm sure I mentioned before that I talked to a lady who had a very large lung NET removed (one lung lobe removed I believe) at Cedars 10 years ago and hasn't had any issues since. Surgery was her only treatment. She lives close to LA. She gets an annual CT scan that has been clear ever since. Prayers that it will be the same for you.

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