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Merkel Cell Carcinoma: I'd like to hear from others

Neuroendocrine Tumors (NETs) | Last Active: Oct 20 7:30pm | Replies (133)
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@penlandtr1

I liv s in a small city in the Pacific NW. about 50 miles from Seattle. So far all that has been done is the ultrasound biopsy of the lymphnodes that have formed a little mass under my right arm. I'm not scheduled to see another doctor from Franciscan cancer center until the 8th of January. It doesn't feel right to wait that long but I'm not sure what more I can do at this point.

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Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | Dec 27, 2023

@penlandtr1, I can understand that you are concerned that you have to wait until January 8. Whenever there is a cancer diagnosis, waiting is the hardest part! As you live in a small city, I'm wondering how far it is to the nearest Cancer Center of Excellence. At least one consultation, either in-person or a virtual, might benefit you greatly as you seek the best treatment options.

Have you considered getting a second opinion (either virtual or in-person) at well-known cancer center?

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