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tallytubby2001
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8 years ago

Is it possible for a 16-year-old to get breast cancer?

I'm 16 and have a family history of breast cancer. My mother carried both the BRCA 1 & 2 genes (and was diagnosed during her mid-thirties) from my nan, who had breast cancer three times. I've been che...
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lrb_03
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8 years ago
Pleased to hear that you have an appointment.  When you go, remind him of your Mum's history, and that for that reason, you want further investigation of your symptoms. Don't let him/her say you're too young. Your synptoms need investigating