What are the options if I test positive?
You have several options to manage your cancer risk. Surveillance: Begin cancer screenings at an earlier age, including mammography and breast MRI. Surgery: Women typically have their ovaries removed, which reduces the risk of both breast and ovarian cancer. Timing of ovarian removal is important, and should take into consideration both family planning and the usual age at which ovarian cancer develops in those with BRCA gene mutations. Women may also choose to have their breasts removed. Medication: Two drugs have been shown to decrease the risk of breast cancer: tamoxifen and raloxifene. Both are taken as a daily pill. Risk avoidance: Certain lifestyle behaviors have been linked to cancer risk, including diet, alcohol consumption and physical activity. Talk to your doctor about the options that are best for you.
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