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If I have radiation therapy for breast cancer do I have to stay away from my grandchildren ?

By Anonymous
Created 09/10/2011 - 08:08

I just had a lumpectomy for DCIS, and have clear margins and no lymph nodes involved. My grandchildren are 4years and two months old.
Is radiation really necessary?

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