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BRCA 2 gene mutation and prostate cancer
In a 5month period my cancer has started advancing more aggressively due to the gene mutation. Does anyone else have this and what treatment have you/ are you taking?
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@maryvilleman, I think fellow members @bens1 and @jimcinak may also have BRAC-2 gene mutation and prostate cancer.
You may also be interested in this video and blog post with Mayo Clinic genetic experts
– Video Q&A about Cancer and Genetics https://connect.mayoclinic.org/webinar/video-qa-about-cancer-and-genetics/
- Genetic Testing for Cancer: 9 Common Questions about Genetic Testing https://connect.mayoclinic.org/blog/cancer-education-center/newsfeed-post/genetic-testing-for-cancer-nine-common-questions-about-genetic-testing/
Maryvilleman, while your cancer may be more agressive due to the BRCA gene, are treatments more effective? There's some evidence that people with a BRCA2 mutation who have advanced, or metastatic, disease may respond better to certain prostate cancer treatments. What treatments are you doing?