Hereditary Breast Cancer
Hereditary Breast Cancer
Hereditary breast cancers are caused by gene changes known as inherited mutations. Inherited mutations can be passed down from parents to children and can cause cancer to run in families. Genetic counseling and testing can help people learn more about the risks and the medical options available to detect, lower the risk for or treat hereditary breast cancer. Read more about breast cancer risks, screening, prevention and treatment in the sections listed below.
Learn about Breast Cancer Risks
People's risk for breast cancer varies depending on their age, gender, lifestyle and genes. Read about the factors that affect breast cancer risk and how you can learn if your risk for breast cancer is increased.
Learn about Risk Management Options
National expert guidelines for breast cancer risk management vary based on gene mutation and other factors that affect risk. Click on the button below to learn more about these guidelines.
Learn about Treatment Options
People diagnosed with breast cancer may have different treatment options based on stage, subtype, and genetic and biomarker test results. Click on the button below to learn more about these treatment options.