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Want 2nd opinion - need to ask oncologist .....

1stTimeStage2
1stTimeStage2 CSN Member Posts: 38 Member
in Breast Cancer #1

Hello - I want to speak with a 2nd oncologist about my hormone therapy (Stage 2, had lumpectomy and radiation). Any advice on how to tell my oncologist that I want a 2nd opinion? Anyone BTDT? Thanks!

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  • cati0314
    cati0314 CSN Member Posts: 203
    #2
    2nd opinion is normal

    When I originally requested a second opinion my breast specialist was not insulted.  Instead she recommended where I should go for the opinion.  I did not go with her advice but I assure you it is completely normal and accepted to let your doctor know you want a second opinion.  Please make an informed choice.  Best, Sharon

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  • disneyfan2008
    disneyfan2008 CSN Member Posts: 6,583 Member
    #3
    2nd opinions are always a

    2nd opinions are always a good thing...

     

    I wouldn't give it a 2nd thought what your dr thinks..

    Denise

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  • disneyfan2008
    disneyfan2008 CSN Member Posts: 6,583 Member
    #4
    following up...did you get a

    following up...did you get a 2nd opinion yet?

     

    Denise

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  • 1stTimeStage2
    1stTimeStage2 CSN Member Posts: 38 Member
    edited December 2016 #5
    Thanks!

    I have TWO appointments scheduled and my oncologist was very nice and even suggested a few people for me to see. Thanks!

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  • button2
    button2 CSN Member Posts: 421 Member
    edited December 2016 #6
    1stTimeStage2 said:

    Thanks!

    I have TWO appointments scheduled and my oncologist was very nice and even suggested a few people for me to see. Thanks!

    Great news

    Im glad that all worked out for you. I think your doctor sounds brilliant. Good luck!

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  • Apaugh
    Apaugh CSN Member Posts: 850 Member
    #7
    Always good to get the second opinion or a third even!

    If your doc is secure in his or her self, they will not mind in fact they will encourage it. 

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  • disneyfan2008
    disneyfan2008 CSN Member Posts: 6,583 Member
    edited January 2017 #8
    get opinions if your

    get opinions if your insurance allows-so you are comfortable

     

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