The name “BRCA” is an abbreviation for “BReast CAncer gene.”. BRCA1 and BRCA2 are two different genes that have been found to impact a person’s chances of developing breast cancer. Every human has both the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes.
People with a mutation in either the BRCA gene (also know as BRCA1/2) have risks of up to 87 percent for developing breast cancer and 39-63 percent for developing ovarian cancer by age 70.
In early stage breast cancers most patients do not benefit from undergoing chemotherapy therefore it may be safe for them to avoid chemotherapy. Using chemotherapy can create a host of unwanted health hazards. Possible to avoid chemotherapy? Yes but it depends on each individual case. The question for patients and doctors is how to segregate […]
Ever heard a doctor say “we need to figure out if your tumor is cause by a somatic mutation or germline mutation?” No? Ask your doctor if your tumor was caused by which in order to protect yourself and your family. A patient undergoing cancer treatment is likely to have heard the phrase: “somatic mutation” […]
Like most cancers, early detection increases the changes of survival in breast cancer. During the early stages, the tumor are small and most likely in one part. Sign of Breast Cancer or Breast Malignancy: Change of size or shape of the breast Lump in the breast Lump in the underarm area (lymph nodes) Nipple discharge […]
Cancer decisions and cancer treatment in India. The Indian cancer treatment scenario is often different than western countries like America. Here are four steps towards a better cancer treatment plan for Indian patients. 1. Decide your treatment plan Decide how much treatment you want to undergo as a cancer patient. For example, a 25 year […]
In one sentence, family medical history can identify people with a higher-than-usual chance of having common disorders, such as heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, certain cancers, and diabetes. Why has my doctor asked about my family history? Many of us have heard a doctor ask the question: do you have a family history of _______? […]