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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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SoldierCrab
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8 years ago
I am not sure @tallytubby2001 since you are seeing the doctor this afternoon get them both checked out.... do you still have the discharge from the nipple area?  

it might help you to call the helpline it is FREE to call it from a landline. 

BCNA Helpline 1800 500 258

If you have any questions, concerns or require any further information or support please call 1800 500 258.  The Helpline is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 am till 5 pm EST and Tuesday and Thursday from 9 am till 9 pm EST.