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Is it possible that i get cancer if my mother has breast cancer ?
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Increased risk: Having a first degree relative with a history of breast cancer can increase your risk of breast cancer, colon cancer and ovarian or prostate cancer. It is important to get regular screening exams.
Answered 12/22/2013
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Depends: It is important to find out how old your mother was and if there are any other members of your family with breast cancer. I recommend meeting with a breast surgeon or going to a high risk breast clinic for evaluation and possible meeting with a genetic counselor to determine your risk for breast and/or ovarian cancer.
Answered 9/6/2015
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