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Mom got ovarian cancer at 37. none of her other family got it or any other cancer. should i consider genetic testing? how do i lower my risk?
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No: While genetic testing has value in certain malignancies pointing out who is succeptible and requires careful evaluation such as in breast cancer and congenital polyposis as well as the Lynch Syndrome, ovarian adenoma ca has no major impact from congenital abnormalities. A periodic pelvic sonogram or digital pelvic exam yearly or bi yearly may be helpful
Answered 5/11/2015
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