Ne
10 years agoMember
BRCA2 Just Diagnosed
"How are you?" I am asked at least once every day. The answer comes well rehearsed, "I'm good thank you" Sometimes it's true, and then other times like this past week, it's not. When you've come to t...
Oh Ruth, I am so sorry that you find yourself going through all of this. I had to quickly look up Lynch Syndrome (I didn't know what it meant). That must be so worrying for you. My uncle died of stomach cancer (can be linked to Lynch syndrome I see). I think too my BRCA2 gene is from my dad's side, so wondered if my uncle had BRCA2 and if that is why he ended up with Stomach Cancer. You just never know what lies ahead but at least knowledge about these disorders/genes gives us some power. That goes for your daughter and granddaughter too, where they can be proactive in keeping a good eye on themselves and extra care. This website has been so valuable for me with regards to information and just that common bond that you refer too with other who 'gets it'. All the best with everything you still have to go through and may you be filled with a renewed hope and peace and all fear be driven away. Huggles x