Hi,
My father passed away this year from lung cancer, his mum passed with lung cancer also.
My father also had neck cancer previously as did my aunt.
Should I be referred for genetic testing or am I just being paranoid?
Hi Nicnac1974 sorry to hear about the challenges you and your family have had.
I don’t have an answer for you but you may want to put your question to our Nurse team on in our Ask an Expert section but do allow 3 working days for a reply.
Whatever cancer throws your way, we’re right there with you.
We’re here to provide physical, financial and emotional support.
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