Ive had an ultrasound which shows I have a few cysts - but we didn’t speak about the fact I have a of pain, and also rib pain after lying down. I feel silly as I forgot to mention this at my appointment and missed my chance, and if this is something I should be concerned about? Thanks
Dear CS, thinking about you sorry to read you are feeling so uncomfortable at the moment, there is so much going on when we attend our appointments, lots of us, forget the questions we wished we had asked. I would suggest a call to you breast cancer team this morning telling them how you are feeling.
Maybe, have a notebook, write down your questions I found this always helps. Wishing you well, let us know how you’re getting on.
Hugs Tili 
Hi cs23
Thanks for posting.
I imagine you were relieved that your breast ultrasound did not show anything of concern but as Tili mentioned it’s easy to forget some questions when there is lots going on during your appointment.
It is understandable that you feel anxious about the breast pain and aching in your rib area that you are experiencing. It does sound reassuring that your recent breast clinic review did not have any concerns and felt the lumpiness was due to breast cysts. For some people cysts can feel uncomfortable and even painful especially before a period when they can become larger and feel sore and tender as hormone levels change.
Breast pain is very common in women of all ages. It can have several causes, which our information explains. You can make an appointment with your GP to discuss your symptoms and what treatment might be helpful for you. Do mention that you forgot to ask about this at your recent breast clinic appointment. Your GP may check your breasts, offer advice and discuss ways of reducing the pain and discomfort such as diet and lifestyle changes. Wearing a supportive and well-fitting bra during the day, during physical activity and at night may also be helpful
Your GP may also ask you to keep a pain chart to see if there is any pattern to your pain and you will find a pain chart in our breast pain booklet.
It’s not usually necessary for your GP to refer you to a breast clinic when you have breast pain unless it affects your quality of life, or if the pain hasn’t responded to any recommended treatment, diet or lifestyle changes.
Do call our helpline if you would like to talk this through or have any further questions. The helpline team have time to listen to your concerns, talk things through and signpost you to more support and information. Your call will be confidential, and the number is free from UK landlines and all mobile networks.
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