https://blog.ambrygen.com/list/category/Male%20Breast%20Cancer Find the latest Ambry Genetics news by category: Male Breast Cancer en https://blog.ambrygen.com/list/category/Male%20Breast%20Cancer https://blog.ambrygen.com/assets/img/logo/Ambry_logo_web.jpg https://blog.ambrygen.com/patient/post/312/passing-on-a-legacy-of-health-ben-huebsch-shares-his-brca-story-for-mens-health-week Ben Huebsch shares his firsthand experience with BRCA testing for Men’s Health Week. Wed, 14 Jun 23 03:00:00 -0700 Ambry Genetics Patient Blog Male Breast Cancer https://blog.ambrygen.com/patient/post/239/how-i-got-ahead-of-cancer-after-learning-about-my-brca2-gene-mutation I was told that my inherited BRCA2 mutation means that I have up to an 87% chance of having breast cancer in my lifetime and up to an 18% chance of having ovarian cancer. Tue, 30 Jan 18 13:59:00 -0800 Ambry Genetics Patient Blog Male Breast Cancer https://blog.ambrygen.com/patient/post/167/why-i-liquidated-my-business-to-advocate-for-male-breast-cancer-awareness In December 2013, I was diagnosed with breast cancer and learned that I carried a BRCA2 gene mutation. I was completely uncertain as to my future, and it became clear to me and my brother that now was the right time to make our move. Thu, 16 Mar 17 20:17:00 -0700 Ambry Genetics Patient Blog Male Breast Cancer https://blog.ambrygen.com/ambry/post/5/new-research-on-male-breast-cancer-unexpected-results-and-insights Ambry Genetics, Huntsman Cancer Institute and Mayo Clinic conduct largest reported study of men with breast cancer undergoing multi-gene panel testing. Fri, 23 Dec 16 10:40:00 -0800 Ambry Genetics Ambry Blog Male Breast Cancer https://blog.ambrygen.com/ambry/post/12/ambry-supports-movember-with-clinical-research-testing-menu-updates-and-mustaches The many male faces at Ambry are becoming a little scruffier in support of ‘Movember,’ an initiative dedicated to raising awareness about men’s health. Thu, 03 Nov 16 00:26:00 -0700 Ambry Genetics Ambry Blog Male Breast Cancer https://blog.ambrygen.com/patient/post/42/a-male-breast-cancer-perspective-repost Cancer is a difficult and tricky disease that tries to destroy us, but now we are better prepared to fight back due to a stronger understanding of the disease. Thu, 20 Oct 16 18:22:00 -0700 Ambry Genetics Patient Blog Male Breast Cancer https://blog.ambrygen.com/patient/post/58/attending-breast-cancer-symposiums-conferences-and-research-and-advocacy-seminars-will-help-keep-you-in-the-forefront-of-your-cancer Soon after completing all of my treatment for male breast cancer I knew I was determined to stay on top of my cancer going forward. Tue, 16 Aug 16 19:05:00 -0700 Ambry Genetics Patient Blog Male Breast Cancer https://blog.ambrygen.com/patient/post/64/and-now-a-little-something-for-the-men-facing-hereditary-cancer As a female genetic counselor, I can say I have counseled many men regarding their risk for hereditary cancer.  I have seen the different reactions and responses they have had. Thu, 04 Aug 16 19:30:00 -0700 Ambry Genetics Patient Blog Male Breast Cancer https://blog.ambrygen.com/patient/post/67/ways-the-ambry-genetics-hboc-patient-website-would-have-been-helpful-after-my-breast-cancer-diagnosis-and-genetic-testing I was diagnosed with breast cancer in December of 2013, and soon after learned I had inherited a gene mutation that was passed on from my father’s side of my family. Thu, 28 Jul 16 19:58:00 -0700 Ambry Genetics Patient Blog Male Breast Cancer https://blog.ambrygen.com/patient/post/97/how-we-can-increase-awareness-of-male-breast-cancer It has been mentioned in previous posts that there is limited awareness about the fact that men can get breast cancer, and that this limits the options men have for support. Thu, 02 Jun 16 22:59:00 -0700 Ambry Genetics Patient Blog Male Breast Cancer https://blog.ambrygen.com/patient/post/105/breast-cancer-is-not-always-pink Did you know that the third week in October is Male Breast Cancer Week and the male breast cancer ribbon is pink and blue? Thu, 12 May 16 23:19:00 -0700 Ambry Genetics Patient Blog Male Breast Cancer https://blog.ambrygen.com/patient/post/107/my-doctor-ordered-a-mammogram-but-i-m-a-guy In my opinion, every guy should have the experience of having a mammogram at a women’s clinic… never. Tue, 10 May 16 23:22:00 -0700 Ambry Genetics Patient Blog Male Breast Cancer https://blog.ambrygen.com/patient/post/111/what-about-the-men-time-for-us-to-man-up For a woman being diagnosed with a BRCA2 gene mutation, there is a ton of information specific to cancers for women, but what if you are a man? Thu, 28 Apr 16 23:29:00 -0700 Ambry Genetics Patient Blog Male Breast Cancer https://blog.ambrygen.com/patient/post/112/sharing-my-diagnosis-and-genetic-testing-with-family-and-friends While it’s difficult for anyone to come to grips with a cancer diagnosis, it becomes more challenging having to share the news with family and friends. Tue, 26 Apr 16 23:30:00 -0700 Ambry Genetics Patient Blog Male Breast Cancer https://blog.ambrygen.com/patient/post/115/male-breast-cancer-is-rare-but-it-s-not-that-rarely-inherited When I was a clinical genetic counselor, I met with many men who had been diagnosed with breast cancer for genetic counseling and genetic testing. Thu, 14 Apr 16 23:42:00 -0700 Ambry Genetics Patient Blog Male Breast Cancer