I would like a breast lift while i'm at it but I have a history of Breast cancer with my mother passing away at 49 and my sister recently having the Gene test and having the BRCA gene but not the common one, a new one they do not have as much information on.
Answer: Breast cancer risk & breast lift Given your family history, I think it would be prudent for you to undergo genetic testing and a mammogram before considering breast lift surgery. My best,
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Answer: Breast cancer risk & breast lift Given your family history, I think it would be prudent for you to undergo genetic testing and a mammogram before considering breast lift surgery. My best,
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February 17, 2016
Answer: Breast cancer concerns with a breast lift The current recommendations from the American Cancer Society are that women should get screening mammograms starting at age 45, but it is OK to start at 40 if they would like to. I have patients at age 40 get a baseline mammogram before proceeding with any elective breast surgery then I recommend they continue with annual mammograms. Breast lift or breast reduction surgery should not impair the accuracy of future mammograms. Genetic testing is reserved for patients with a strong family history. In those cases it is best to follow the recommendations from the medical oncologist about the necessary screening. If given the OK by the medical oncologist then it would be appropriate to proceed with cosmetic breast surgery. Best of luck.
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February 17, 2016
Answer: Breast cancer concerns with a breast lift The current recommendations from the American Cancer Society are that women should get screening mammograms starting at age 45, but it is OK to start at 40 if they would like to. I have patients at age 40 get a baseline mammogram before proceeding with any elective breast surgery then I recommend they continue with annual mammograms. Breast lift or breast reduction surgery should not impair the accuracy of future mammograms. Genetic testing is reserved for patients with a strong family history. In those cases it is best to follow the recommendations from the medical oncologist about the necessary screening. If given the OK by the medical oncologist then it would be appropriate to proceed with cosmetic breast surgery. Best of luck.
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Answer: Breast lift with breast cancer family history If you are negative for BRCA Gene Testing, I would recommend a breast lift assuming you meet breast lift criteria. A baseline mammogram before and after your lift would be ideal. Thank you
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Answer: Breast lift with breast cancer family history If you are negative for BRCA Gene Testing, I would recommend a breast lift assuming you meet breast lift criteria. A baseline mammogram before and after your lift would be ideal. Thank you
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March 12, 2016
Answer: Breast Lift with Family History of Breast Cancer Thank you for your question.You have above average risk because you have a family
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March 12, 2016
Answer: Breast Lift with Family History of Breast Cancer Thank you for your question.You have above average risk because you have a family
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February 17, 2016
Answer: Breast lift with breast cancer family history Thank you for your question. While you can have a breast lift with a family history of breast cancer, I suggest you first have a mammogram and speak with a genetic counselor regarding genetic testing. If a complete workup is negative, including the genetic testing, it would be safe to proceed with the breast lift with no increased risk or decreased ability to continue surveillance of the breasts.
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February 17, 2016
Answer: Breast lift with breast cancer family history Thank you for your question. While you can have a breast lift with a family history of breast cancer, I suggest you first have a mammogram and speak with a genetic counselor regarding genetic testing. If a complete workup is negative, including the genetic testing, it would be safe to proceed with the breast lift with no increased risk or decreased ability to continue surveillance of the breasts.
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