Breast Cancer: I am 13 and have a lump under my right armpit and worried i might have breast cancer

I am 13 and have a lump under my right armpit and worried i might have breast cancer?
I am 13 and worried i might have breast cancer. About 2 weeks ago i discovered a lump under my right armpit. It doesnt hurt i only found it when shaving. My period is also a week late. I have been to the doctors, she examined it, and said to book another appointment again once i have had my period if it is still there. I am really worried it is breast cancer though I know it is rare at my age. thanks xx
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More than likely it is a swollen lymph node, which generally indicates some sort of bodily inflammation or infection. The lymphatic system is a series of nodes that exist in your armpits, groin area, and neck, and carry fluids throughout your body. When you have some sort of infection white blood cells collect in these nodes and make them swell. In other words, don't worry about it. It's good that you're so aware of your body and that you're asking questions but try not to jump to conclusions.
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Its probably your lymph nodes wich are like the bodies drainage system. They enlarge under the armpit when dealing with a challenge. But be guided by your Doctor not some unqualified free opinion on the internet.
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when i was around your age i had the same thing, but it only turned out to be an infection from the deodorant i was using. if your still worried, then listen to your doctor!
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Hello- and I apologize for trying to answer this question this way- as I live abroad... Well- as far as I know- breast cancer is extremely rare- and thus unlikely -at this age...furthermore- a lump under your armpit- a sensitive one-I mean that it hurts as you said- sounds to me more likely to be due to an infection of lymph nodes or a fatty mass..anyway- ''phone medicine'' may be either fraudulent or deleterious...I think a better idea is performing an ultrasound of the lump- to prove what is it a likely to be about... perhaps being examined by a surgeon- in real life- will be much better and wiser...according to the ultrasound we may know whether a biopsy is indicated- taking a tiny piece of the lump- to exactly diagnose what is it about- or not... by the way- you could be my daughter- so you touched my heart- anyway...Do not neglect- please...
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Breast cancer is not 'rare' at your age; it is unheard of. The chances are zero. If a 13 year old did have breast cancer, her case would make international news, and would be written up in medical journals the world over. Most breast and underarm lumps, even in women old enough for breast cancer, aren't cancer - at least 80% of those that are considered suspicious enough for testing are found not to be cancer. You do NOT have breast cancer. Your doctor should have made that clear when she examined you.
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You have lymph nodes all over your body and they will swell sometimes for reasons unknown. Give the node 2 months to go back down and if it is still swollen then go and get a doctor to check it out.
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It is extremely unlikely you have breast cancer. Lumps in the axilla (armpit) are usually swollen lymph nodes from sore throats or sinus drainage. Keep your eye on it and wait another month to see if it goes away if not go back and have it checked.
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babes, is this one of the first times you are looking at yourself, it sounds like a gland, you need to get used to your body learn if it changes etc, if you are really worried talk to your mum or a doctor if you feel like you cant talk to her. you can book an appointment with a nurse at your docs if you are really shamed and want someone to reassure you, im glad you are being careful, i do wonder have you lost someone like this previously although i say respect to you and it will make you feel better to get checked xx
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It is very likely to be a cyst, which is like a mega pimple under the skin. These are common in guys and girls your age. It will likely go away once you have your period. Do NOT squeeze it or shave it. It will likely heal on its own. I am certain you do not have breast cancer.
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Listen to your doctor & please try not to stress cos to have breast cancer at 13 years old would make world wide news i think. At 13 many different things could be causing the lump & i bet you'll find it's nothing serious

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I am 13 and have a lump under my right armpit and worried i might have breast cancer