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Help please! is brain tumor genetically inherited?
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Good question: There are some familial types related to von hippel lindau..Hemangioblastomas, nf1, nf2..Ther are a few more. Most brain tumors are not inherited. If you are worried about your familial risk..A genetics expert can help you.
Answered 11/28/2017
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Depends: It depends on the tumor type. Some brain tumors have a genetic inheritance but, most brain tumor occurrences are multifactorial. There are also genetic variances within tumors that suggest improved patient survival. Would ask your doctor regarding your specific case.
Answered 5/21/2015
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