Genetic Testing Helps to Find Kidney Cancer

Debra Teresi underwent genetic testing after her pulmonologist Daniel Dilling, MD suspected her cystic lung disease was caused by Birt-Hogg-Dubé Syndrome, a genetic condition that predisposes patients to lung problems and kidney cancer. Because Debra's diagnosis meant there was a 50% chance her daughter Kristy Stolarz had BHD, Kristy underwent tests that discovered not only the presence of Birt-Hogg-Dubé, but also a large kidney tumor. Thanks to proactive genetic testing, the cancer was caught early and the tumor removed. Kristy is now healthy and excited to spend more time with her children. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please visit https://www.loyolamedicine.org..../provider/daniel-f-d or call 888-584-7888.