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  • Female
  • 31 Years
  • 09/09/2025

Hi Doctor, hope you are doing well. I am asking this question for my friend. Her mom passed away due to ovarian cancer last year. What is her daughters (31 years) risk of developing cancer and what precautions can she take to reduce the risk of developing one? Is there any test available for checking the risk factors? Please guide us on this. Thanks.

Doctor 1

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

A woman whose mother had ovarian cancer may have a slightly higher genetic risk, especially if other family members had related cancers. Risk does not mean certainty many live healthy lives with proper screening. A BRCA1/BRCA2 genetic test can help assess inherited risk. She should also have routine pelvic exams and ultrasounds, even if asymptomatic.

Dr. Siri Suggests...

Take a BRCA1 & BRCA2 DELETION/DUPLICATION ANALYSIS Test or Take a CA - 125 Test Test

Answered 09/09/2025

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