Cancer and Heredity: Should Breasts Be Removed If Relatives Have Breast Cancer?
Reader’s question
According to my pedigree, my mother and grandmother have breast cancer. And I have an idea after 40, when everything is already with the children, to remove the mammary glands and insert implants. How justified is the operation and is it really such a risk?
Ukraine , Ukraingate , 5 , February , 2022 | Medicine
Expert answer
Before making a final decision, it is necessary to analyze for the presence of mutations in the genes BRCA 1 and 2. These mutations are “responsible” for a significant increase in the risk of breast cancer for genetic reasons. If there are mutations, bilateral mastectomy may be the right solution. In any case, I recommend discussing the situation with an oncologist in person, undergo the necessary examinations, weigh all the pros and cons and then make a decision. Bless you.
Before
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