HBOC is an inherited genetic condition that significantly increases the risk of developing certain types of cancer, most notably breast and ovarian cancer.
Health Risk Quiz
1 in 250 inherit
HBOC is caused by harmful mutations in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes, which are passed down through families.
Increased risk of developing breast and ovarian cancer
People with HBOC have a significantly higher lifetime risk of developing breast and ovarian cancer, as well as other types of cancer. However, not everyone with HBOC will develop cancer.
Breast cancer survivle rates
Stage 1: Almost 100% of women survive for five years or more after diagnosis. However stage 4: More than 25% of women survive for five years or more after diagnosis, but the cancer is not curable
Ancestry impact
About 1 in 40 individuals of Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry carry a BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation.
Breast Cancer Symptoms
Change in shape
Change in outline
Change in feel
Frequent urination
Change in nipple
Discharge or bleeding
Ovarian Cancer Symptoms
Bloating
Abdominal Pain
Difficulty eating
Frequent urination
Medical Journals
Next steps for a Positive Genetic Test
Additional Screening
Self physical, ultrasound, mammogram, biopsy
Additional Preventative Measures
If you have a BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation, the National Comprehensive Cancer Network recommends surgery to remove the healthy ovaries and fallopian tubes (called bilateral prophylactic salpingo-oophorectomy by doctors) between certain ages to reduce ovarian cancer risk (35-40 years for BRCA1 and 40-45 years for BRCA2)
Treatment
Chemotherapy, surgery
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