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My grandmother died in her late 70's from vulva cancer, does that put me at high risk, does it run in genes? what symptoms do i look for?
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Regular checkups: I trust that you see your doctor about once every year. Discuss the matter with her/him so that your doctor can examine the vulva. Please consult this site for symptoms of early vulvar cancer. http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/vulvar-cancer/basics/symptoms/CON-20043483 Wish you good health. For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Drink enough water daily so that your urine is mostly colorless. Practice safe sex.
Answered 9/19/2016
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