Question: Is Pancreatic Cancer Hereditary?
My dad has pancreatic cancer. I am worried that is may be a type of cancer that is genetic. Is pancreatic cancer hereditary?
Answer: It is estimated that 10% of pancreatic cancer cases are genetic. This percentage may be related to certain syndromes that are are linked to pancreatic cancer. Such syndromes include: familial atypical multiple mole melanoma syndrome (FAMM),hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer syndrome, hereditary pancreatitis, and Peutz-Jeghers syndrome. There also research suggesting that the mutated BRCA2 gene that is responsible for breast cancer may be linked to pancreatic cancer development.
Discuss your risk with your physician. Together, you can assess your risk for pancreatic cancer.
Discuss your risk with your physician. Together, you can assess your risk for pancreatic cancer.
