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Old 11-01-2005, 11:48 AM   #2
StephN
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Dear Kristin -
If you really think you notice some deterioration of your Mom's condition, by all means complain to her doctor and get a sooner checkup time. Brain mets can grow quickly once they reach a certain size, and I would not take the chance.
If she as a met it will need treating anyway sooner or later.
I am not sure of the logic in waiting. But I don't know all the particulars.

Your Mom must have a Karnofsky score and maybe they can put her through this screening again - it is non-invasive, just a physical check of her strength, balance, etc.
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