can you get breast cancer at age 13? just because my grandma, and my great grandmother both had breast cancer... im just wondering if i could get it because... i swear there's a freaking lump in my breast .. idk its hard to explain..but help :[
2007-01-16 14:22:59 · 12 answers · asked by ashlynn2018 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Cancer
yeah i know i like have boobs lol.. but no there's only a lump in one idk i feel weird talking about this but i just wanna know whut it is lol
2007-01-16 14:29:58 · update #1
Yes, anyone can get breast cancer at any age, but it's HIGHLY unlikely, and when found in children, it's almost always diagnosed along with another form of childhood cancer. So, you can most likely rest right now. As you get older, learn how to check yourself for changes in your breasts.
As for the lump you may have found now, my first guess would be a breast bud, hormonal changes, etc. Let a parent or caregiver know, but chances are, you have nothing to worry about dear.
2007-01-16 14:31:13 · answer #1 · answered by Madre 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
OK, well first of all, the chances of you having breast cancer are practically zero at the age of 13, but if you're worried, ask your mum to feel for you, she'll be able to reassure you that what you're feeling is normal. Or be able to take you to the doctor - but even if the lump is "abnormal" the chances of it being cancer are so low it's unbelievable, it could just be a cyst or a fibroadenoma (non cancerous). Secondly, they don't recommend mammograms in people under the age of around 35 year old, because the breast is too fibrous and it's difficult to differentiate between normal breast tissue and abnormal areas. If they suspect cancer in a woman less than 35 years old, they will generally do an ultrasound scan of the lump, not a mammogram. But I can't stress enough how unlikely it is you have breast cancer at 13.
2016-03-29 00:59:23 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, I want you to take a couple of deep breaths, to help you to relax.
You need to know that you are somewhat higher risk than are most women for developing breast cancer at some time in your life. But 13 is very, very early for that. Not impossible, but very, very early.
See your doctor, immediately. Any time that a girl or woman finds a lump in her breast, it's time to see their doctor, with nor arguments, no delays and no excuses. Most lumps are not cancerous, but if they are, a delay could jeopardize your life.
When you do see your doctor, ask every question that you can think of about breast cancer, and ask as well to be taught how to do a breast self-exam. This is something important for all women to do.
The other thing that you must ask your doctor is this - given your family history of breast cancer, at what age should you start having breast cancer screening mammograms? These tests are painful, but just for a few minutes. Painful, but they can save your life.
I've given you a link to information about breast health. There are many, many others.
2007-01-16 14:33:36 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi Ashley, to answer your question, yes you can get it at age 13 but it's pretty rare. Given the fact your female ancestors had breast cancer makes you a higher risk but that doesn't mean you will get cancer. You might have the cancer gene, but there are other factors that activate it like eating healthy, not smoking, exercising are all good things.
I would have your mom make you a doctors appointment to have it checked it. It might be fibrosis, a cyst, clogged milk ducts, infection, there are alot of things it could be so to be safe and so you don't worry, get it checked out.
It's really good that you check your breasts, most teens wouldn't think of it, so good for you!
Try to relax, it's not very common at all for a 13 year old to have breast cancer. It can happen but very remote.
2007-01-16 17:01:00 · answer #4 · answered by Tina of Lymphland.com 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, this site says your chance of having it so young is practically zero:
http://www.breastcancer.org/qanda_cancer_14yr_old.html
When your breasts are still growing, they'll be changing, and that's my guess as to what the lump you're feeling is. I suggest talking to your mom or another female adult that you trust, and telling them your concerns. You could go see your doctor, but if this would be difficult, then you could go talk to your school nurse. You should look up breast cancer online so you can learn about it.
http://www.breastcancer.org/
2007-01-16 14:37:57 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can but at your age it's just probably your breasts growing. I had the same thoughts when I was younger, but a doctor told me it was just them growing. You might want to check since it runs in the family, that is exactly why I went. Better safe than sorry, but more than likely you have nothing to worry about.
2007-01-16 14:30:56 · answer #6 · answered by Rachel C 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2007-01-16 14:46:12 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
yes, but maybe you are starting to develop breasts. anyone can get breast cancer at any age. even men
2007-01-16 14:27:02 · answer #8 · answered by Abby 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
honey i dont thing so but it more likey 2 happen latter in life
u have the limp because u r growing up become a woman
2007-01-16 14:36:25 · answer #9 · answered by punk_ass 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to your mom about it I'm sure she'll understand your concern and see your doctor for a check-up
2007-01-16 14:31:47 · answer #10 · answered by RUDOLPH M 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋