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Marcella Fornari
Surgical Oncologist
Dr. Marcella Fornari is a surgical oncologist practicing in Morristown, NJ. Dr. Fornari specializes in diagnosing, staging and treating cancer-related symptoms. Surgical oncologists also decide if the patient is a candidate for surgery or other cancer treatments based on certain factors such as age, physical fitness and other possible coexisting medical conditions
Marcella Fornari
- Morristown, NJ
- Accepting new patients
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Can cancer come back after surgery?
If the new lump is in the same area as the tumor that was removed and if the tumor was removed only a few months ago, then it is likely that you are feeling scar tissue. However, READ MORE
If the new lump is in the same area as the tumor that was removed and if the tumor was removed only a few months ago, then it is likely that you are feeling scar tissue. However, any new lumps should be examined by surgeon immediately to make sure there is not a recurrence.
Can benign tumors come back?
Hello, It is difficult to answer the question without knowing the exact etiology of this benign lesion. Cysts can sometimes return. Fibroadenomas can also sometimes recur although READ MORE
Hello,
It is difficult to answer the question without knowing the exact etiology of this benign lesion. Cysts can sometimes return. Fibroadenomas can also sometimes recur although not generally in the same area. If you just recently had surgery, then you may be feeling some scar tissue that forms in the cavity. However, you should see your surgeon if there is any question of a new mass.
It is difficult to answer the question without knowing the exact etiology of this benign lesion. Cysts can sometimes return. Fibroadenomas can also sometimes recur although not generally in the same area. If you just recently had surgery, then you may be feeling some scar tissue that forms in the cavity. However, you should see your surgeon if there is any question of a new mass.
Can cancer cells be removed surgically?
It depends. In general, early breast cancer that is localized to the breast can be completely removed surgically however metastatic breast cancer sometimes cannot be removed completely. READ MORE
It depends. In general, early breast cancer that is localized to the breast can be completely removed surgically however metastatic breast cancer sometimes cannot be removed completely.
Surgical oncologist for a third opinion?
Hello, A surgical oncologist reviews all surgical treatment options for breast cancer. In general, early breast cancers are treated with some type of surgery, +/- chemotherapy, READ MORE
Hello,
A surgical oncologist reviews all surgical treatment options for breast cancer. In general, early breast cancers are treated with some type of surgery, +/- chemotherapy, +/- radiation, and +/- endocrine therapy (if the tumor is hormone positive). She should meet with a surgeon to review the surgical part of her treatment.
I hope this helps
Sincerely,
Dr. Fornari
A surgical oncologist reviews all surgical treatment options for breast cancer. In general, early breast cancers are treated with some type of surgery, +/- chemotherapy, +/- radiation, and +/- endocrine therapy (if the tumor is hormone positive). She should meet with a surgeon to review the surgical part of her treatment.
I hope this helps
Sincerely,
Dr. Fornari
