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Can I Still Get Breast Cancer Even Though My Genetics

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Question : can i still get breast cancer even though my genetics test was all negative in 2016, stressed and concerned about my upcoming mammogram.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Esmeralda Sera (-5 hours later)
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for asking

Worldwide, breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed life-threatening cancer in women. In many less-developed countries
The fact that your genetic test are negative doesn’t mine that you can’t be affected by the disease; but of course the probability it’s lower in your case.

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Can I Still Get Breast Cancer Even Though My Genetics

Brief Answer: Breast test Detailed Answer: Hello and thank you for asking Worldwide, breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed life-threatening cancer in women. In many less-developed countries The fact that your genetic test are negative doesn’t mine that you can’t be affected by the disease; but of course the probability it’s lower in your case. Regards