Do I Need Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer?

Episode 8 February 25, 2023 00:05:37
Do I Need Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer?
The Believers Medicine Podcast
Do I Need Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer?

Feb 25 2023 | 00:05:37

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Show Notes

There are women and men who are at increased risk for breast cancer. In this group, genetic testing for the BRCA mutation should be a consideration. In this way, other cancers caused by the BRCA mutation can be detected earlier and family members can be empowered to know their cancer risk as well. If you have been diagnosed with breast cancer, you doctor will tell you of you need genetic testing. But for those who are have not been diagnosed with breast cancer, there are some clues you can use to help determine of you need genetic testing.

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