Question 1

could you get breast cancer after a mastectomy?

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Yes: There could be residual malignant breast tissue in the chest wall (local recurrence) or the cancer could have already spread to other organs before surgery (metastasis).

Question 2

is it possible to get breast cancer after a mastectomy?

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Yes: It is possible to get breast cancer after a mastectomy but the risk should be low.  It also depends on the type of cancer you are treated for, the type of treatment you received and if the margins are clear.
It is best to speak with your oncology team about your risks for a breast cancer after mastectomy.

Question 3

could i get a double mastectomy without having breast cancer?

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Yes: If someone has a high risk inherited mutation or other circumstances that increase significantly the risk for breast cancer, that person can be considered for a preventative mastectomy.

Question 4

is it possible to get a mastectomy, even if you don't have breast cancer, nor are at risk of it? if so, what is the usual cost?
thank you.

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Yes, may be: When you need a particular treatment and can justify your rationale, your doctor is likely to help you to get over your problem. But it may take visits with a couple of different surgeons as your request is a bit unusual. The costs of mastectomy will vary and can be negotiated with your surgeon. Most surgeons would charge their Fees(range: $2500 to $5,000 for operation). Add $5,000 for other costs

Question 5

i have breast cancer in the family and high risk. offered double mastectomy, should i get it?

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Good question: But not enough info to say. If you had proper counseling and your risk is very high (eg. Brca mutation or other significant risk factors) mastectomies are an option but some patients can do ok with increased surveillance (mris) plus preventative tamoxifen or even removal of the ovaries. There are too many unknowns for me to answer properly. Make sure you see someone with expertise in this area.

Question 6

i am about to get tested for the breast cancer gene. if positive should i get a mastectomy?

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That is not a : Decision that should be made by an on-line doctor who does not know you or your personal history. That is a very individual decision that should be made carefully with full information about risks with and without surgery.

Question 7

my mums had 2 separate breast cancers 1 a lumpectomy the other was a full mastectomy my cousin also died of breast cancer shud i get checked out?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely!: People with a family history of breast cancer are at more risk for having breast cancer themselves.  This type of cancer can manifest rapidly and can metastasize very fast.  Your doctor will want a baseline exam for you before you have any problems so that when you do, he can compare to the baseline.  Don't wait.  Go now!

Question 8

is there a chance of getting cancer in the tissue of the breast reconstruction? i am considering getting breast reconstruction after having a mastectomy. i am nervous about whether i could get breast cancer again. is the tissue where incisions and cuts we

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It : It depends on why type of cancer it is, but mostly that is not the case.

Question 9

mother had breast cancer in mid fifties now i'm worried i'll get it. nobody else in family had it. should i get prophylactic mastectomy?

Accepted Answer

No....: Your chance of getting breast cancer, with a positive maternal history, is still only about 15%. (50% higher than a negative history.) however, if a brca test was positive, your odds would jump to about 85-86%. I would suggest a brca test if you really want to consider preemptive surgery. Speak to your primary physician and see what can be done. Good luck.

Question 10

23andme shows i have a gene that increase breast cancer risk by 1.2. my mom has the same variant and got breast cancer at 53.i plan to get a prophylactic mastectomy because of this.do i see a surgeon?

Accepted Answer

This what you want?: Please stop and think. You can&#x27;t go through life trying to eliminate every risk. You owe it to yourself and to that special person who may choose to love you through your life to keep your body intact and healthy for as long as you can. There are HUNDREDS of genes that modify risks. If you maintain surveillance against breast cancer, it&#x27;s almost always curable when found. Love casts out fear.

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Is it possible to get a mastectomy, even if you don't have breast cancer, nor are at risk of it? if so, what is the usual cost? thank you.

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I have breast cancer in the family and high risk. offered double mastectomy, should i get it?

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I am about to get tested for the breast cancer gene. if positive should i get a mastectomy?

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My mums had 2 separate breast cancers 1 a lumpectomy the other was a full mastectomy my cousin also died of breast cancer shud i get checked out?

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Is there a chance of getting cancer in the tissue of the breast reconstruction? i am considering getting breast reconstruction after having a mastectomy. i am nervous about whether i could get breast cancer again. is the tissue where incisions and cuts we

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Mother had breast cancer in mid fifties now i'm worried i'll get it. nobody else in family had it. should i get prophylactic mastectomy?

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23andme shows i have a gene that increase breast cancer risk by 1.2. my mom has the same variant and got breast cancer at 53.i plan to get a prophylactic mastectomy because of this.do i see a surgeon?

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