Question 1

can age matter for breast cancer?

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Yes: Risk increases as you become older.

Question 2

at what age can you get breast cancer?

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Risk increases w age: There is unfortunately no lower age cut off for breast cancer.  It can occur in the very young as well as in the mature and elderly.  Typically the risk increases with age and screening for breast cancer for women of average risk begins at age 40.  In my 23 yrs of practice, my youngest patient was 19 and oldest 92, but I have colleagues who have seen it even younger than that.

Question 3

could you have breast cancer at age 13?

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Very unlikely: Breast cancer is a very unusual finding in a 13 year old -- young women can have masses in their breasts for many normal reasons. An examination by your doctor can help.

Question 4

could breast cancer start at an young age?

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Yes: The incidence of breast cancer rises the older you get, but it is possible to get breast cancer in your 20's or 30's, as well.  This occurs more commonly in women with the hereditary form of breast cancer.

Question 5

what is the earliest age for breast cancer?

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No age limit.: More common after the age of 40 that is why mammogram screening begins after 40. But can happen in young people too. I had a patient who was 25 diagnosed with breast cancer.

Question 6

what age does breast cancer usually show up?

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See below: Most female breast cancer occurs after age 50, with the median age recently  reported being age 61. Breast cancer risks increase with age.

Question 7

what age do u have to be to get breast cancer?

Accepted Answer

Breast Cancer: Breast cancer is generally a low risk until women reach about 40 years of age. However, some women can develop breast cancer at a much younger age due to a genetic predisposition. This may be indicated by a strong family history of breast cancer. All women should learn how to do a self breast exam and report any suspicious findings. Get regular mammograns as recommended by your doctor.

Question 8

is it possible to get breast cancer at age 13?

Accepted Answer

Breast Cancer: Although breast cancer is rare in teens any breast pain, breast lumps, nipple discharge or other concerns should be reported to your doctor who can decide if any diagnostic tests such as mammogram, ultrasound or biopsy are indicated.

Question 9

is it possible to have breast cancer at age 17?

Accepted Answer

Anything...: ...Is possible, but it is extraordinarily unlikely without a known familial syndrome and other first degree (mother, sister) relatives who had breast cancer at a similar age.  If you are experiencing symptoms of concern to you, call your doctor.

Question 10

might somebody have breast cancer at the age of 15?

Accepted Answer

The incidence in: this age group is virtually zero, but it is not impossible.  The vast majority of breast lumps in adolescents are benign.

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