Breast Cancer signs? Help please?
Saturday, June 13th, 2009 at
4:44 am
catlover5234ilovethe80s asked:
can a yound girl around the age of 14-15 get breast cancer? and what are the signs also how do you get it and how do you see if you have it?
can a yound girl around the age of 14-15 get breast cancer? and what are the signs also how do you get it and how do you see if you have it?
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kids are getting things found in adults more and more these days get checked out no one on here can tell you yes or no see your doctor seriously!
Hey there… Trust me, I know this one.
yes, it is possible; however, very unlikely. Chances for women in their teens or twenties is about 1 in 20,000.
Did you find a lump, is that why you’re asking. Sounds like you’re scared right now. If you find a lump in your breast, it could be tons of things: cysts, fibroadenoma (most likely the case for young girls), etc…
Here’s a great website:
Do your research online, but most importantly, go see your doctor/talk to your guardian/parent if something is worrying you. Better to have it checked out than leaving something that you’re unsure about right?
Take it easy, good luck & take care!
That is very young to get breast cancer. It is usually seen in woman much older and sometimes in men. The risk factors are a family history, being overweight, inactivity, and increased levels of estrogen. First you need to stay active because activity decreases estrogen levels enough to cut the chances significantly. Second see your doctor every year for a physical. The doctor can see changes that will alert him/her. Third do a breast exam on your self one week after your period. Sometimes lumps are felt but go away, this is normal hormonal fluctuations. Caffeine can make lumps large and sore so stay away from excessive caffeine. If you note a lump that gets larger, there is swelling, discharge from your nipple, tenderness or the skin changes around the area see the doctor. You really are very young and don’t need to worry too much but it’s always good to examine yourself every week so you can spot changes if they occur.
Here’s a link for breast self exam: