Question

A 40 year-old man who has a mother who was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 45, a father who was diagnosed with smoking-related lung cancer at age 55, a 33-year-old sister with breast cancer, and a 38-year-old sister with ovarian cancer, asks if he should be concerned for his cancer risk. What is the best response?

Answer 1

Answer:

He should be concerned

He should be concerned about his cancer risk as he is prone based on genetics. He should therefore avoid lifestyle associated risk factors such as smoking, overweight and other factors. He should diet properly and go for proper check up regularly. In case if bening tumour he should go for proper radiotherapy