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Questions regarding Pathology Report for Invasive Ductal Carcinoma

Breast Cancer | Last Active: Jan 16 9:21am | Replies (22)
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@katrina123 I believe sometimes DCIS and IDC are part of the same tumor, and it is also possible to have a separate DCIS. I get that you are focused on the "estimated." I honestly forget if that language is used for DCIS that has been removed. Your doctor will explain!

Has a mastectomy been suggested? Do you need radiation again? Meds?

I hope you get clarifying info soon so anxiety can be addressed with answers!!

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katrina123 | @katrina123 | Jan 8 8:12am

I am perplexed. How can DCIS and IDC be part of the same tumor? DCIS is the presence of abnormal cells inside a milk duct and IDC is cancer that has moved into tissue outside of the milk ducts.

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