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Breast cancer triggers issues in teen years?

Page last modified on: August 15, 2008
Question from LC: What issues do you think may be triggered during adolescence for a son whose mother had breast cancer when he was very young?
Answers —Joan Hermann, L.S.W.: If the mother is well and this experience is well behind the family, there's probably not much to worry about. The son, as he gets older, may be more sensitive. If he gets married —if he has relationships with women—he might be more sensitive to health issues, but I wouldn't expect any long term negative stuff.
Marisa Weiss, M.D., president and founder: Adolescence can be a difficult time for boys and girls, and this is a time when they may need their moms the most. And at those times, they may feel a little bit vulnerable if Mom's health is in question.

On Wednesday, August 16, 2000, our Ask-the-Expert Online Conference was called Kids and Mom's Breast Cancer. Joan Hermann, L.S.W. and moderator Marisa Weiss, M.D. answered your questions about talking to your kids about breast cancer.

The materials presented in these conferences do not necessarily reflect the views of breastcancer.org. A qualified healthcare professional should be consulted before using any therapeutic product or regimen discussed. All readers should verify all information and data before employing any therapies described here.

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Joan Hermann, L.S.W. is the director of social work services at the renowned Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia.

Marisa Weiss, M.D. is a radiation oncologist specializing in breast cancer and the founder, president, and guiding force behind Breastcancer.org.

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