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Is Brandy/wine Safe After Breast Cancer Operation?
Is use of brandy or wine after breast cancer operation good for the patient? ( My mom 65 yrs. old and in Sep.2010 her right breast was removed after detecting malignant cells in lump of her right breast) routine check-up is going on till date doctor is not advised any chemotherapy.) plz advise
Mon, 3 Nov 2014
It is not contraindicated, however the consumption should be limited. The advice is bit controversial as many doctors might debate on this. If consumed on a limited level (ex. 1 drink of brandy or a glass of wine), will not cause much of a harm.
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