Hello Doctor,
I have been experiencing persistent itching in a specific area on my back for many years, and I am concerned about the possibility of cancer. I have already consulted a dermatologist and undergone various blood and stool tests, as well as upper and lower endoscopies, but I have not received any satisfactory answers. Considering my mothers history of developing cancer (GIST) after experiencing a similar problem in the same location, I am worried about the potential of cancer elsewhere in my body.
Hello,
Thank you for reaching out to Dr. Galen. Please find the below response to your query.
GIST is not a hereditary cancer condition. However, considering the similarity of symptoms between you and your mother, I recommend undergoing a CT scan with intravenous contrast of the abdomen and pelvis, as well as chest X-rays, to rule out GIST.
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