Breast Cancer Now Forum

Hello,   I think TP53 has a role in phyllodes tumours which is a rare form of breast cancer that affects 0.03% of the female population. ... View more

hello   I haven't been tested for anything, but was diagnosed with a phylloid tumour which is a very rare type of breast cancer that affects 0.03% of women, on March 27th 2015. From my own research (consultant at Guy's cannot waste time with rare tumours and haven't met up with my original surgeon even once, next surgery on April 29) TP53 is associated with phyllodes (not sure about other types of Breast Cancer, phyllodes is more of conjuctive/stromal/sarcoma type of thing).   Not sure this helps but hey it's a response!    any other weirdo out there with phyllodes can you get in touch? would be fab.    maria ... View more