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Is It Advisable To Have Operation For Lump In Neck At An Old Age?

Hi my father is 89 year old - he not in good health for his age - he has a lump on his neck - his been and done all the tests scan and etc.. The doctor suggests to have a op to see what the lump is - is this wise with the age and he did have a heart by pass many years ago and has may other health conidtions he on 10 tablets aday for other medical conditions..
Thu, 21 Aug 2014
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1.Depending upon the lump size and the discomfort / disability causing by the lump will decide for the operative procedure.
2.Its a kind of palliative to remove the symptoms in some cases.
3.One thing you have to know - no surgery is performed with out the preoperative check ( anaesthetic check) done, and normalisation of the underlying medical conditions.
4.Its not recommended to get operated in this age - but if its symptomatic there is no option.
5.Get a second opinion from there doctor before taking step.
Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health.
Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.
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Is It Advisable To Have Operation For Lump In Neck At An Old Age?

welcome to Health care magic. 1.Depending upon the lump size and the discomfort / disability causing by the lump will decide for the operative procedure. 2.Its a kind of palliative to remove the symptoms in some cases. 3.One thing you have to know - no surgery is performed with out the preoperative check ( anaesthetic check) done, and normalisation of the underlying medical conditions. 4.Its not recommended to get operated in this age - but if its symptomatic there is no option. 5.Get a second opinion from there doctor before taking step. Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health. Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.