Hi Delbert,

Welcome to our forum. I am sorry to hear that your family carry this gene. The best person to talk to about this to begin with, would probably be your GP. S/he can always refer you, if they eel that this might be possible.  Can I ask what age you are? I am not a doctor, but suspect that the consultant taking this decision would need to have access to your results, as would you, before taking such a big decision.

Most of the people on this forum either because they have cancer, or they are caring for someone who has cancer. Perhaps you would be better to have a chat with one of our nurses? They are available Mon - Fri, from 9.00am - 5.00pm. You can contact them free of charge on 0808 800 4040. On the whole surgeons are very reluctant to removegood breast tissue.

Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

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Hello, thank you for your reply. I will look into it. I am 27 but my family get breast cancer in there  30-40s 

Hi Delbert,

It sounds as if you are old enough to decide on the best action for you. I have seen a number of posts on this forum from people who have a problem with one breast, but who want a prophylactic mastectomy of the other breast. I was fortunate in that my surgeon agreed with me that this was the best move for me, but many surgeons are reluctant to do this, as they say that it doesn't improve our chances.

Do look into this, if you feel that this is the best option. Do you have a partner? If so discuss this with them too. I had a lumpectomy 12 years ago and a double mastectomy 11 years ago for a second cancer. It didn't worry my husband too much, because we were both in our sixties then, but you are a lot younger.

Please keep in touch and let us know what you eventually decide. We are always here for you.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Hello, yeah I have spoken to my partner they agreed to help me make the right decision and help me through it. I shall speak to my GP and see my options 

thank you 

Hi Delbert,

I sincerely hope that you reach the right decision for you.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx