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donniedarkhair t1_j28s045 wrote

Both of my parents have cancer so my doctor has been running labs to make sure that I am not at risk as well.

Did you know that you can have a good diet, exercise, healthyish lifestyle in general and still just have really bad genes? My heart sank when I read all of the deficiencies/disorders they have apparently diagnosed me with. Not a great way to end the year.

Hope you're all having a better day than I am.

Also - starting off the new year with change in your pocket. Never start a new year on empty.

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stickynohte t1_j293oxn wrote

Where are you getting your labs done? My dad passed of a VERY rare cancer (primary peritoneal) and my mom was just diagnosed with cancer but we’re waiting to see how bad when they get the results back. I’ve tested negative for BRCA genes but I’d love to get more info!

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donniedarkhair t1_j294kes wrote

The first set was from Primary Health Group and the second was from Virginia Women's Center. VWC ran the ultra-sensitive labs through LabCorp. Hope you test negative for all the bad things!

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jeb_hoge t1_j29694z wrote

Yep. Knew that. I've got a family member who's lived a life full of healthy eating and daily exercise, etc., and still has a form of colitis that's basically made it uncomfortable to travel and enjoy food.

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ChuckBS t1_j29lj2d wrote

Yup, I was diagnosed with cancer at 30 for no reason but “sometimes it just happens” I’m sorry your folks are going through that. I hope your labs turn out well.

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donniedarkhair t1_j29mo4h wrote

Thank you. I'm so sorry that you have cancer so young. I hope you go into full remission here in 2023.

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ChuckBS t1_j29p9mf wrote

Thanks, I’m 36 now, and in remission as of this year.

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