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How high of a risk do i have of getting uterine, ovarian, breast, and colon cancer if i have a strong history these and more on both sides of my fam?
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Family Hx of Cancer: It depends to a large extent on whether there are identifiable cancer genes in the family for each of these cancers. Your risk is definitely increased, but if you harbor the brca 1 or 2 genes, or there is a family history of fap or hnpcc, these risks rise considerably. Your doctor might want to explore the genetic history of the family, which can involve testing any living family members also.
Answered 12/11/2012
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Be seen: There are many variables that you could possess. Your physician can discuss your individual risk for these varied cancers.
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Genetic counselor: A genetic counselor can get a more complete history from you and give you a more science based recommendation for you. Certainly you family history indicates you should follow up with your gynecologist and get routine pap smears annually.
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