Why Women Who Have Been Diagnosed with Cervical Cancer Should Get a Second Opinion

"When I first told friends that I was diagnosed with cervical cancer, they were in such disbelief that they made me feel like my doctor wasn't competent. Every single one of my friends and family told me I needed to get a second opinion. I had been going to the same doctor for years. I felt like if I went to another doctor, I would be somehow "cheating" on my doctor."
-Julie, Orlando, FL

Julie's feelings about committing "patient infidelity" is common. In fact, many patients don't get a second opinion because they feel their doctor will be disappointed. Contrary to popular belief, most doctors encourage a second opinion! Read more about second opinions and cervical cancer...