cancer in children

My daughter just asked me what this bump is on her breast? She is only 7 and 1/2 and was shocked that she did have a lump on one of her breasts? I will call the Dr in the am but right now I am freaking out. It really felt like a little pea like lump?  Can a 7 year old actually have breast cancer?

[PaulMD]

Hi there.

It is very unlikely for a 7 year old to have breast cancer since the breast tissues at this age is not yet developed.  This could be a teratoma, fibrosis, or other benign growth.  My brother also had a breast nodule wen he was 10 and have it resected or removed surgically. It turned out to be benign and never recurred since 20 years now.  I agree with a physician consult to have this thoroughly evaluated.  I suggest you relax and go on with the consult.  

Hope this helps.  Regards and God bless...