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hippyviv
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12 years ago

ovarian cancer

Hello out there my pink sisters. I just read a leaflet at work  that says there is an increased chance of ovarian cancer if you have had breast cancer. Does anyone know if this is so? Has anyone else heard this? I am coming up to 3 yrs in may and this is the first I have heard this.Is this something I need to be watchful for? Any info on this would be greatly appreciated as I would hate to have that come and bite me in the backside. Many thanks my friends and hoping you are all doing well with your journey. ((((HUGS))) to you all. Viv

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  • Leonie_Moore's avatar
    Leonie_Moore
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    12 years ago

    Hi Viv, I am glad you are doing well.  I have returned to fulltime work and loving it.  Very tired but don't care.  I am sure you will find some info in the above sector.  It is always wise to keep a vigil on all health issues.  If in doubt always get checked out.  I was always told to make sure that a bloated tummy is checked out if it is unusual XLeonie

     

     

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    Dianna
    Member
    12 years ago
    I have the BRCA1 mutation - this is an increased risk of breast and ovarian cancers. Average woman 1.2% chance, brca1 carriers 40%. The doctors have made the removal of my ovaries as the priority because there is no sufficient screening process. Did you have any genetic testing done?