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BRCA2 mutation forces woman to consider prophylactic mastectomy
An ARD documentary follows the personal journey of Vanessa, a 35-year-old mother facing a difficult medical decision due to the BRCA2 gene mutation. Having inherited the mutation from her mother, who passed away from cancer, Vanessa faces a significantly elevated risk of developing breast cancer.
Vanessa is currently weighing the decision of whether to undergo a prophylactic mastectomy to remove her healthy breast tissue to prevent the disease. The reportage explores the psychological and physical implications of such a procedure, including concerns regarding body image and the long-term impact of the surgery.
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Vanessa is a 35-year-old carrier of the BRCA2 gene mutation. www.fehmarn24.de · www.merkur.de
- [● 2 SOURCES] Vanessa is considering a prophylactic mastectomy to prevent breast cancer. www.fehmarn24.de · www.merkur.de
- [● 2 SOURCES] The BRCA2 mutation significantly increases the risk of developing breast cancer. www.fehmarn24.de · www.merkur.de
- [● 2 SOURCES] Vanessa inherited the BRCA2 mutation from her mother, who later died of cancer. www.fehmarn24.de · www.merkur.de