Is breast cancer genetic?
Not necessarily. First, with the greater use of mammography and diagnostic techniques that permit diagnosis at earlier MORE?
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It can be Genetic. To date, most inherited cases of breast cancer have been associated with two genes: BRCA1 and BRCA2. ChaCha!
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Breast cancer can be genetic! ChaCha on and have a great night! Keep the great questions coming.
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Yes, there is a small percentage of breast cancer that can be in genetics. Hereditary cancers are by inherited gene mutations.
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About Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is cancer that forms in the tissues of the breast. Breast cancer screening is especially important to detect lumps that may be cancerous. Self-examination can be an extremely effective way of detecting breast cancer as well.
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