I have had a cyst drained and the lump has now gone, I’m hoping the pain will go soon.
I was wondering whether family history matters to the radiologist? They said they didn’t realise there was a family history and asked if I’d mentioned it to the consultant (I had).
I was also wondering whether there is any follow up at all? I’m not old enough yet for the NHS screening and so my next check would likely be another 7 years time.
Call the breast unit and ask them. They’ll let you know what to do.
Hello myboobsmybusiness,
Thanks for posting explaining your breast cyst has gone now it’s been drained. The pain should start to go and some pain relief such as paracetamol or ibuprofen if you can take these may help.
Having a family history of breast cancer does not automatically mean you are at a greater risk of developing breast cancer in the future.
Most breast cancers aren’t inherited. There are only a small number of people who will be at a greater risk of developing breast cancer because they have a significant family history. The biggest risk factors for developing breast cancer are being a woman and increasing age.
We’re not sure what you family history is but you ask if this information matters to the radiologist. The main thing is you did explain this to the consultant at the breast clinic assessment. If the information suggested you may have a significant family history, you would have been referred to either the local family history clinic or a regional genetic centre (depending on what’s in your local area). Here your risk will be assessed further.
Theres isn’t usually any follow up offered after a cyst has been drained. You mention not being old enough for breast screening so your next check (we are thinking your first screening mammogram) would be in 7 years.
You could contact your treatment team again or speak to your GP about any concerns you have regarding your family history and see if any further action is required. If not, but your family history changes in the future, for example if other family members are diagnosed with breast cancer or ovarian cancer, you may need to have your own risk assessed again.
The screening programme is not aimed at women with symptoms. It’s important to remain breast aware, by checking your breasts regularly. If you notice a breast change, even if this is before or soon after screening, or being seen at the breast clinic contact your GP.
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