Cancer Risk Assessment
When Cancer Runs in Your Family
Many people wonder whether the diagnosis of cancer
in one or more close relatives means that their own
risk for cancer is increased. Those who have had
cancer themselves might wonder whether their
diagnosis means an increased risk for their
siblings, children, and other
relatives. Fortunately, most cancers are not due to
strong inherited risk factors. However, a small
percentage of cancers do occur as the result of a
genetic alteration that significantly increases risk
and can be passed down through generations.
You can and should understand how your family
history impacts your cancer risk and, most
importantly, what you can do to stay healthy. At
Helix Health our accurate and comprehensive cancer
risk assessment begins with a detailed review of
your personal and family history and includes a
thorough discussion about the relevance of genetic
testing and what you can do to reduce your cancer
risk.
Family histories change over time and research
on hereditary cancer risk is rapidly evolving. Through
our commitment to continuity of care via quarterly
patient contact and medical literature reviews, Helix
Health patients are kept up to date on relevant new
advances.
Click here for
"Susan's story" of genetic testing for
inherited breast cancer risk.
Continue reading about other reasons to see a Helix
Health physician :
Predisposition to chronic diseases such as stroke,
diabetes and heart disease
Pharmacogenetics
- prediction of
response and reaction to medications
Preconception genetic evaluation - likelihood of transmitting inherited diseases to
future children
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