Breast lift with breast cancer family history. My question is would you recommend a breast lift with knowing this information?

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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.

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

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,
Dr. Sheila Nazarian
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Jason E. Leedy, MD · Answer

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.

Stephen W. Gordon, MD · Answer

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

John M. Trupiano, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.You have above average risk because you have a family
history of breast cancer which considers a first-degree relative (parent,
sibling, or child) who has had breast cancer. I recommend that you undergo mammographic
and genetic screening prior to any consideration of a breast lift.If you have a normal mammogram you may consider a breast
lift (mastopexy). Your surgeon will need the results of your mammogram as well
as your genetic testing results and family history. Should you and your surgeon
decide to proceed - you should discuss what your surgeon’s plan would be in the
rare event that a mass undetected by mammography and physical exam is found at
the time of surgery.About 6 months after surgery you should get your next
mammogram in order to allow time for healing, and then resume your normal
screening schedule.For breast cancer screening
recommendations please see:American Cancer Society Recommendations for Early Breast Cancer Detection in Women without Breast SymptomsSusan G. Komen - Breast Cancer Screening for Women at Higher RiskI hope this helps you.Best of luck!

Nicholas Tarola, MD · Answer

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.

Bryan Michelow, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for the question.  I understand that you are concerned about your risk for breast cancer.  The American Cancer Society recommends a mammogram starting between the ages of 40 -45 years old (I recommend checking with your personal doctor). Women who have a elevated risk of breast cancer because of family history or genetic mutation, may benefit from a mammogram and/or MRI screening. Breast lift surgery has not been shown to increase the risk of breast cancer and any tissue removed can be submitted for histological analysis to check for atypical cells. Depending on your age, follow up mammograms per the American Cancer Society should be followed.

Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) · Answer

If you are concerned about breast cancer history, I would recommend you get a baseline mammogram 3 months following your breast lift. This way you have a baseline image with your breast lift changes to compare to throughout your life. Please see link below for examples.

Manuel Belen, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello dear, thanks for the questionbefore performing any procedure, you should get ultrasound screening and tumor markers, BRCA 1 and BRCA 2, if all those diagnosed tests go well, you can make perfectly breast lift, if positive results, consult an oncologist. good luck! best wishes for you!

Melek Kayser, MD (retired) · Answer

Thank you for your question. Based on your family history, I would absolutely be evaluated by a genetics counselor prior to any breast surgery. I hope this helps and have a wonderful day. Dr Kayser - Detroit

Breast lift with breast cancer family history. My question is would you recommend a breast lift with knowing this information?

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