- female
- 60 Years
- 14/08/2025
My mom was diagnosed with colon cancer during rectal surgery without a biopsy first. Is it okay to diagnose cancer without doing a biopsy? I'm really worried about whether this was the right way to do it.
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A detailed evaluation will help decide the best course of action.
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Consult a Oncologist
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