A 18-year-old female asked:
had symptoms over the past year that make me worry it could be breast cancer - but how likely would it be for an 18 yr old girl? nan & her sis had it
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Dr. Larry Xanthopoulos answered
22 years experience Pediatrics
Highly unlikely: Although it is highly unlikely you should see the gynecologist for the symptoms you are having. Does your mom or an older sister have breast cancer? Have any of the women in your family had a positive genetic test like BRCA gene?
Answered on Dec 2, 2014
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Dr. Michael Gabor answered
33 years experience Diagnostic Radiology
Highly unlikely.: However, if you have a new lump or other symptom, you should still see your doctor for an evaluation.
Answered on Dec 2, 2014
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