I got the results from my mom biopsy on her left breast. The doctor told her that she has breast cancer.
Extensive infiltrating ductal carcinoma corresponding to nottingham grade 8
Greatest tumor diameter 2.2 cm
Neural invasion present
Pathologic stage : pT2
Can you please help me to understand how bad is it? Thank you
Hi - Sounds like your mom's diagnosis is about in the middle of the "seriousness" scale, from the info. you've given here. Please read our Guide to Understanding Your Pathology Report for lots of helpful information about how to interpret this confusing medicalese. Good luck - PJH
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