A biopsy does not generally cause cancer to spread; it is often essential for choosing appropriate treatment. Cancer is not one disease, and a diagnosis does not mean that every person needs the same treatment.

Ask your medical team about information you encounter online. Decisions are best made using your own test results and clinical circumstances.

A note about your care

This information is general and is not a diagnosis or a substitute for a consultation. Please speak with a qualified doctor about your own symptoms and treatment decisions.

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