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Watchful waiting for breast cancer: Pros and cons
By Mayo Clinic staffBefore deciding whether to take the watchful waiting approach, consider these points:
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Avoids the risks and side effects associated with other therapy options | May increase the risk of undetected cancer cells spreading to other parts of the body |
| Leaves open the possibility of pursuing other therapy options in the future | |
| Gives you incentive to vigilantly maintain follow-up routines such as breast self-exams, mammograms and clinical exams |
