Confronting Ageism with Lynch Syndrome

Janelle was diagnosed with MLH1-associated Lynch syndrome as a young adult. With a background in pre-med and public health, she has found it easier than some to navigate the healthcare system and make sure she is getting the screenings that she needs. But she has also run into a lot of ignorance and ageism along the way. Working in the field of oncology has also made it harder for her to keep her diagnosis compartmentalized, forcing her to confront it more often than she normally would at her age. Have thoughts or a related story you’d like to share? Leave us a short voice message here! We may use your message on a future show. Related Resources: Lynch Syndrome/HNPCC Facebook Support Group Lynch Syndrome Support Group / LSI Facebook Support Group FORCE Fight CRC Biomarked Related Grey Genetics News Corner blog posts: Why Have You Never Heard of Lynch Syndrome? What Can 23andme tell you about your colorectal cancer risk? Other Patient Stories episodes related to Lynch syndrome: She with Lynch - with Georgia Hurst Family Health History and a Missed Diagnosis of Lynch Syndrome - with Ann Jeffers Brown Living with Lynch Syndrome - with Melanie Breault Read other Patient Stories on the Grey Genetics Patient Stories Page Do you want to support Patient Stories? You can now make a donation online! Want to support Patient Stories in a non-monetary way? Leave us a review on iTunes, or share your favorite episodes on Social Media. Patient Stories on Twitter: @GreyGeneticsPod Patient Stories on Instagram: @patientstoriespodcast Check out other Patient Stories podcast episodes. Are you looking for genetic counseling? Patient Stories is sponsored by Grey Genetics, an independent telehealth genetic counseling and consulting company. Book an appointment with a genetic counselor specialized in your area of concern. All genetic counseling appointments take place over secure, HIPAA-compliant video-conferencing or by phone. Not quite ready for genetic counseling but still looking for guidance? Check out our new family history review services here.