First, get organized by calling ahead to find out what materials should be gathered. Second, prepare a list of questions to ask to gather specific information. Back to the Top Terms to Know From the American Cancer Society Update, Vol. The lower the grade, the more the tumor cells resemble normal cells, which confers a more favorable prognosis. Clean margins, those without evidence of cancer, indicate that the surgeon has removed all of the microscopically visible cancer.
Stage refers to the tumor's size and whether the cancer has spread to other organs.
Organizations That Can Help From the American Cancer Society Update, Vol. CIS can also answer questions about breast cancer and provide information on clinical trials. The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation offers helpful information on breast health or breast cancer. Y-ME has trained peer counselors who have experienced breast cancer and are available to answer questions and lend support. From the American Cancer Society Update, Vol.