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edited June 2014 in High Risk for Breast Cancer
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  • lewisfamily503
    lewisfamily503 Member Posts: 621
    edited March 2008

    Hi All, The Oregonian published a story today about a family of sisters who have lost their mother to breast cancer. They all have the genetic link and call it the "Boulanger Curse." It was an uplifting story showing their struggle and worries for their own children and I thought you might enjoy reading it.



    Here is the link: http://www.oregonlive.com/living/oregonian/index.ssf?/base/living/1204154705173890.xml&coll=7



    Anne





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  • otter
    otter Member Posts: 6,099
    edited March 2008

    Thanks for posting that, Anne.

    I have a referral to meet with a genetics counselor in about 3 wks.  There is no ovarian cancer in my family, but my maternal g-mother and one of my mom's cousins had BC pre-menopause.  That, plus a scattering of prostate cancer among male relatives on that same side of the family prompted my surgeon to make the referral.

    I still don't know if I would agree to be tested for BRCA, though.  For one thing, I don't think my insurance would pay for it.  There aren't enough first-degree cases of BC and/or ovarian cancer to meet their criteria.  The problem is, there aren't enough females on that side of the family to provide a good sample size; and I don't think they count prostate cancer in their formula for "medical necessity."

    Good story about a strong family.  Thanks.

    otter 

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  • honeygirl
    honeygirl Member Posts: 1,718
    edited March 2008

    Great story of some courageous women. Thanks Anne. Melody

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