I can appreciate your concern. By definition, atypical means unusual or irregular. Your breast surgeon is concerned about these atypical cells and is being proactive.
The goal of lumpectomy is to remove cancer or other abnormal tissue while maintaining the appearance of your breast. It may also be used to remove certain noncancerous or precancerous breast abnormalities.
Ultimately, the choice is yours. Removing this atypical tissue may prevent the development of breast cancer.
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Hello Anonymous,
I can appreciate your concern. By definition, atypical means unusual or irregular. Your breast surgeon is concerned about these atypical cells and is being proactive.
The goal of lumpectomy is to remove cancer or other abnormal tissue while maintaining the appearance of your breast. It may also be used to remove certain noncancerous or precancerous breast abnormalities.
Ultimately, the choice is yours. Removing this atypical tissue may prevent the development of breast cancer.
Maryann
May 4, 2012 - 5:20pmThis Comment
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