Small hard lump with BRCA gene

Hi,

 

im only 18 but have discovered a small lump on my right boob, I went to the doctors who gave me an emergency referral at the hospital. I wouldn't be worried however my family have the BRCA gene. My grandpa passed away from prostate cancer, my aunt got breast cancer in her late 20s, and my mum has just had a double masectomy because of the gene. 
should I be worried?? When is the right time to get the BRCA gene test? 
thank you! Xxx

  • Hi Jaden2002,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. There is some information of genetic testing on our website here, although to be honest I'm not best placed to advise specifically to your situation. If you'd like to speak to our nurses, who may be able to help further, you can reach them on 0808 800 4040 - Monday-Friday, 9-5. Alternatively you can post in the 'Ask the nurses' section of this forum.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator