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Could you potentially have ovarian cancer at 15 years old?

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Dr. Mark Kuhnke answered

Yes: Possible, yes. Probable, no - but not unheard of.Follow the advice of her gynecologist. Don't just assume all is ok, even if it probably is. Good luck.

Dr Brasovan agreed

Answered 6/12/2013

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Yes: There are several uncommon ovarian cancers that peak in frequency around the time of puberty. If there's a mass, it need proper workup by a specialist physician.

Dr Singh and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/12/2013

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A member asked:

Could you potentially have ovarian cancer at 15 years old?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Mark Kuhnke answered

Dr Brasovan agreed

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Dr Singh and another doctor agreed

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