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Suggest Treatment For Breast Cancer In An Elderly Person
My mother had ovarian cancer which was caught early as did 2 of her sisters and 3 cousins of mine and an aunt on each side of the family had breast cancer. I am 60, is it my right to request having my ovaries out? My five sisters all had theirs out with their YYYY@YYYY
Hello, Yes, that would be a reasonable request if you have one of the BRCA gene mutations. I suggest that you first get genetic testing before you request a surgery. Regards
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Suggest Treatment For Breast Cancer In An Elderly Person
Hello, Yes, that would be a reasonable request if you have one of the BRCA gene mutations. I suggest that you first get genetic testing before you request a surgery. Regards