Genetic Variant
Hello Ladies I found out in May last year that I had breast cancer ( after having lost my sister to BC 10 years ago) and then found out it was triple negative. I have just gotten my results from the...
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Hi,
I had genetic testing aswell and like you I did not have the BRAC1 or 2 mutation but an abnormality in my BRAC2 gene. I was hoping for a more defiante answer.They compared it to others worldwide and said it probably had nothing to do with getting cancer but could not a 100% garauntee it. I am not having my ovaries removed as it is important to have oestrogen for bone density and brain function and maybe a possibility for another child but I am looking into having my breasts removed and a reconstruction at the end of the year so I want be worried for the next 30 years or so about getting a new breast cancer. Did you doctors suggest removing your ovaries or is that your decision alone?
I am like you and in limbo since my treatment finished in august. I keep myself busy and have returned to work and slowly doing some of the things I have always wanted to. I also go to counselling which has helped me a great deal. I suppose it gets easier as time passes. I am feeling healthy and happy at the moment and that to me is a good sign.
Good luck with whatever desicision you make.
Renata