My mom died of breast cancer and what are the chances for me getting cancer. My mother age is 46 and my age is 24. I have some breast tenderness and pain before my periods. So what are the chances.

Dr. Danny DevasyAyurvedic Doctor17yrs exp

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Dear lybrate-user first of all pl accept my condolences for your mom's demise. I can understand how hard it is for you without your mom. As per your query goes women with close relatives who've been diagnosed with breast cancer have a higher risk of developing the disease. If you've had one first-degree female relative (sister, mother, daughter) diagnosed with breast cancer, your risk is doubled. This is as per one report from uk. This should not give you stress as there is a risk associated. If you are careful and vigilant it will be not affecting you at all. Having breast tenderness and discomfort is common during periods. Nothing to worry about. If the same is bothering you too much, pl consult a gynaecologist who will do beast examination and help you to assist further. Have a nice day.  

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