We cannot answer specific medical questions, make referrals, or provide consultation. These questions are best answered by a health care professional familiar with the patient's condition.
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Talk with an information specialist from the NCI's Cancer Information Service - within the United States, Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. local time.
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Those living outside the United States may wish to contact one of the following for cancer-related information:
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El Servicio de Información sobre el Cáncer del NCI ofrece servicio telefónico en español. En Estados Unidos y sus territorios, llame al 1-800-4-CANCER (1-800-422-6237), de lunes a viernes, de las nueve de la mañana a las cuatro treinta de la tarde hora local. Las personas sordas o con problemas de audición que cuentan con equipo TTY pueden llamar al 1-800-332-8615.
No podemos responder a preguntas específicas de medicina, ni dar referencias o consultas. El médico familiarizado con el estado del paciente es el más indicado para responder a preguntas específicas de medicina.
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