Elevated Breast Cancer Risk

Having an elevated breast cancer risk means you possess certain clinical or genetic factors that increase your statistical likelihood of developing the disease compared to the average population.

These risk factors can be hereditary, such as inheriting known genetic mutations like BRCA1 or BRCA2, or related to personal health history, including having dense breast tissue, a strong family history of breast or ovarian cancer, or prior radiation therapy to the chest area. Understanding your unique risk profile is incredibly empowering, as it allows you and your healthcare team to proactively design a tailored surveillance plan that may incorporate earlier or more frequent screenings (like breast MRIs), genetic counseling, or even risk-reducing medications. Click below to learn more.