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Q: one bright red dot on right breast/slightly raised?

I am only 14 but there has been a small bright red dot on my boob about an inch or 2 away from the nipple. It is slightly raised and when you touch it, it doesn't hurt but it seems to slightly fade away but then come right back. should i worry?
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PJ Hamel, Health Guide
5/11/11 6:01am

This sounds like a blood blister, or some other skin-type issue. If it persists longer than a month or so - or certainly if it gets worse and spreads - you'd want to see a doctor, just to find out what it is, and whether it needs treatment. But I wouldn't worry about breast cancer, OK? At your age, your chance of having breast cancer is less than 1 in a million; and what you describe isn't a breast cancer symptom. Kudos to you, though, for being aware of breast changes at your young age; it's definitely good practice for when you're older. Take care- PJH

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5/11/11 8:54pm

thank you so much! :D this makes me feel a lot better :)

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PJ Hamel, Health Guide
5/11/11 8:58pm

Good! Glad we could help. Have a delightful Friday- PJH

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5/11/11 9:00pm

You too!

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Phyllis Johnson, Health Guide
5/11/11 6:01am

I have several spots like that on various parts of my body.  The dermatologist checked them out, and mine are harmless.  I'm guessing that your spot is a harmless skin issue too.  The next time you are at the doctor, have him or her look at it.  If the spot starts growing, see a doctor.  It could be a skin problem that needs treatment.  It's not likely, but it could be the start of an infection.  If it starts to hurt or swell, you would want to see a doctor right away.  In the meantime, why don't you show the spot to your mom or school nurse.  She would be able to tell if this is a situation that needs a doctor's attention.  You don't need to worry that this is breast cancer.

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5/11/11 8:56pm

thank you! :D I'll ask my doctor about it when i go :)

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By animalhoarder— Last Modified: 05/11/11, First Published: 05/10/11