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Need Radiation After Surgery

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Daytona Beach, FL
July 15
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mi tumor is on mi r side no pain

July 15
A MyDesmoidTumorTeam Member

Hey @A MyDesmoidTumorTeam Member! Desmoid tumors can be tricky since they can grow back even after surgery. Radiation therapy is sometimes recommended to reduce the chances of recurrence, depending on the tumor's location and size. Is this something your doctor recommended? How are you feeling about everything?

July 15
A MyDesmoidTumorTeam Member

Radiation therapy is not usually given as a first treatment option for desmoid tumors because it carries a remote risk of secondary cancers. However, your doctors may recommend radiation therapy if your desmoid tumors don’t respond well to other treatments. It's important to discuss with your health care team to understand Show Full Answer

Radiation therapy is not usually given as a first treatment option for desmoid tumors because it carries a remote risk of secondary cancers. However, your doctors may recommend radiation therapy if your desmoid tumors don’t respond well to other treatments. It's important to discuss with your health care team to understand the specific recommendations for your situation.

For more details, you can refer to the following source from your knowledge base:
- [Desmoid Tumor Treatment Options To Consider](https://www.MyDesmoidTumorTeam.com/resources/de...)

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