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Today I will know if I have the genetic genes for cancer.

Breast Cancer | Last Active: Apr 5, 2023 | Replies (10)
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@auntieoakley

If I were guessing, and just a guess would be brca testing. With or without this answer, I would think that the recommendation would be different for you the second time around just because it is the second time.
I will cross my fingers and toes and be waiting to hear results.💜
Will you come back and tell us what you decide?

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deannajean | @deannajean | Apr 5, 2023

Good and bad….my oncologist said that I do have the gene, but it is more of an issue for my siblings and children. The doctor assures me a lumpectomy is all I need. He has a good reputation and so that is the way I am going. He said since it had been 16 years since my first cancer and it is very uncommon to have HER 2 positive twice. If he thought I needed a mastectomy then I would, but at 78 yrs I trust the expert. Thanks for caring.

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deannajean | @deannajean | Apr 5, 2023

Thanks for your reply. I am really not in the know when it comes to medical things. (Always been heathy) My oncologist feels a lumpectomy will be all the surgery I will need. I am 76 yrs old and since it has been 16 years since my first cancer I feel comfortable with my decision.

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