Step 1: Talk with your surgeon
Talk to a surgeon about your breast cancer surgery choices.
Find out what happens during surgery, types of problems that
sometimes occur, and other kinds of treatment (if any) you will
need after surgery. Be sure to ask a lot of questions and learn as
much as you can. You may also wish to talk with family
members, friends, or others who have had breast cancer surgery.
After talking with a surgeon, you may want a second opinion.
This means talking with another doctor who might tell you
about other treatment options or simply give you information
that can help you feel better about the choice you are making.
Don't worry about hurting your surgeon's feelings. It is common
practice to get a second opinion and some insurance companies
require it. Plus, it is better to get a second opinion than worry
that you made the wrong choice.
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