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Is cancer can be a family disease? what tests should be conducted periodically to ensure im cancer free. i have a family history of cancer.

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Sometimes: Some families have inherited predispositions to getting certain cancers. There are many such cancers and syndromes from brca1&2, to li-frauneni, to retinoblastoma, to lynch, and others. The testing and screening guidelines are different for each. A consult with a genetic counsellor may be in order to review the family history and make screening recommendations.

Answered 1/26/2015

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