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Is it possible for a 16 year old girl to have breast cancer if they have a red/bruised axillary lymph node in their left armpit?

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

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Possible: It is possible to have breast cancer at age 16 although less common. You should see your doctor for examination.

Dr Cunningham and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/8/2017

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Rare...: Breast cancer in teens is very rare, though not impossible. There are many other causes of axillary lymphadenopathy (infection, for example) other than cancer. I would see your health care provider for an examination.

Dr Hoepfner and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 9/8/2017

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A member asked:

Is it possible for a 16 year old girl to have breast cancer if they have a red/bruised axillary lymph node in their left armpit?

8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Dr Cunningham and another doctor agreed

Dr. Scott Diede answered

Dr Hoepfner and 3 doctors agreed

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