I'm really unsure what to do. I've tested positive for a cancer gene (think Angelina Jolie type). Just to be clear this was due to predictive screening as my family have the gene. I do not and have not had cancer.
Do I a. Tell my parents. They'll feel so guilty and worried about me. They'll also encourage me strongly to take the most drastic options going forward. Or b. Lie and say i got the all clear. They'll be so relieved and i get the freedom to take the decisions i want going forward.
I think b. Is an option. I'd realistically only have to 'confess' if i did get cancer and need major surgery. I could manage routine screening tests without them knowing. Obviously i have to tell any future children when they are an adult.
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Would you lie about genetics test result?
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cinemasnoozer · 01/08/2019 21:37
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