Reply #7: Glad To Hear It

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I liked my doctors also. My oncologist always looked like his face would crack if he smiled but I always knew he was honest and I had the best one there. I remember I was so thrilled the first time he smiled and laughed. My tumor was huge and I had aggressive chemo before I had surgery. The tumor has significantly shrunk and I thought he was going to break out in song and dance.

Remember that you play a very important part in your treatment. If it makes you feel better having the second opinion I am glad you are getting one. Having trust and liking your doctors is almost, if not as, important than the actual treatment.

How's mom and dad? Please let them know they are being thought of also. People that love you go through a type of treatment also. I was asked to write a letter to Congress expressing my sentiments and although I have no idea if it helped, I was glad to speak for families.

Please keep me posted.