Its nice that you have the support of her mum.
Its probably not a good idea to say "I'll tell you one day but not now" because she will keep pestering you and won't just leave it. It makes it seem like a big deal and that's not what you want.
It's not so much about brushing her off as it is choosing your words carefully.
Maybe do what I did - tell her you are poorly and it's made your arms hurt that's why you have to wear bandages and have scars. If she asks whats wrong with you, make something up or tell her it's a grown up illness. Reassure her that you are ok though and that she won't get it as well.
Technically you aren't making up excuses that could run out.
If she keeps asking things that make you uncomfortable just distract her. She may be intelligent but she is still a child. Give her something fun to do or take her out somewhere...eventually she will leave it alone.
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