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Preventative surgery
Hello. I am 62 years old. I have a very strong family history of breast cancer. My mum died at 63. Is there anyone who has either had a double mastectomy as a preventative measure? I’m seriously consi...
Hi @Finny61, I am in a different situation to you but a friend of mine did this in her 40s. Every female in her family history had breast cancer. She had the brca gene and did a preventative double mastectomy with no issues or regrets. That was 20 yrs ago now. Talk to your doctor about this and your risks. It's a big decision.