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Could Masses On Lungs And Ribs Be Due To Cancer?

my mom had breast cancer and double mastecomy,radition and chemo, she is currently on inhibitor drug, last cancer marker test was elevated and ct scan and nuclear scan show mass/shadow in lung and two on ribs and lower back. she did break ribs as a kid and has had major back sprains and pulls in lower spine. what are the chances this is not due to cancer
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The possibilities are high, you should consult with her treating oncologist.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Bhanu Partap, Cardiologist
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Could Masses On Lungs And Ribs Be Due To Cancer?

Hello, The possibilities are high, you should consult with her treating oncologist. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhanu Partap, Cardiologist