Chapter 19 - Uncovering A Terrifying Genetic Threat
I pulled out my phone, my fingers shaking as I dialed Dr. Sterling’s direct office number at Emory Hospital.
“Dr. Sterling, I’m looking at my mother’s genetic testing addendum regarding hereditary tumor markers,” I said urgently.
“Yes, Mrs. Miller, we flagged that section because it carries significant implications for direct family members,” Dr. Sterling replied gravely.
“Does this mean... does this mean I carry the same genetic mutation that gave my mother cancer?” I asked, holding my breath.
“Based on the statistical prevalence of this specific marker, there is a high probability you inherited the exact same predisposition,” he confirmed.
The phone felt heavy in my hand as the terrifying realization set in that my mother’s silent battle might soon become my own.
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She hadn't just hidden her surgery to protect my career; she had been trying to shield me from a terrifying medical reality.
She knew I would panic, spiral, and neglect my newborn baby if I found out I was carrying the exact same ticking time bomb.
