Hi there 

I am so sorry to hear about the diagnosis of both of your daughters. This news cannot be easy.

I have a rare cancer but was previously diagnosed with a pituitary tumour which was non functional and benign. When cancer was later diagnosed elsewhere in the body there was a suspicion that it may be a genetic disorder- MENS. MENS can be present in more than one family member and increase the risk of having various types of tumours within the body.  I am sure your daughter’s consultants will look at possible genetic links and look at testing if required. 

Having any type of tumour is upsetting but having another of a different type and then a sibling is another matter. The same has happened in my family in another close relative. 

I found this site to be very helpful for those moments when your mind is working overtime and/or the stress becomes overwhelming.

Please let us know how your daughters get on. Lots of hugs,

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