If so, how rare is it? and what percentage of women get breast cancer at 18? I'm turning 18 should I start getting mammograms?
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1 :
from 16 and higher u can get breast cancer idk the percentage srry
2 :
they do, but the percentage is very low, and usually only in those whose female relatives have it. you don't want to start mammograms yet, you are too young, but you should have a nurse teach you how to do a proper breast self exam and make a practise of it.
3 :
It is not common for an 18 year old to get breast cancer. I think you don't start getting mammograms until you are in your mid 30s to early 40s. If your family has a history of breast cancer then you should talk to you doctor about when you should start getting them done since it will probably be earlier.
4 :
It's rare, but it can happen. That's why the doctor starts to examine your breasts at physicals and pelvic exams by that age.
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