I have my first one tomorrow and am feeling quite nervous about it though I don’t really know why.
I have a terrible breast cancer history on both side of the family and saw a geneticist early this year to discuss the possibility of testing for cancer causing genes/mutations. My mum has had this already and one of the markers they look for is category 3. Those tests were done years ago so they are going to retest her before deciding if I should have genetic tests done myself. In the meantime my own increased risk is deemed enough that I get early mammograms from age 35.
I spoke with a breast surgeon 2 weeks ago who told me they would submit my referral straight away as my birthday was last week but not to expect it anytime soon given everything that’s going on. The appointment for tomorrow arrived over the weekend!
I’ve always been quite pragmatic about the whole situation and there’s no doubt in my mind that if I had genetic testing and something found I would have preventative surgery. But suddenly I’m freaking out a bit at the prospect of a mammogram. I’m not even sure why, I know how the procedure is carried out and examine myself regularly so not expecting anything to come up.
Anyone else in the same boat?
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Anyone have early mammogram’s due to increased cancer risk?
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icebearforpresident · 29/06/2020 16:42
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