Hi,
I found a lump in my breast at the end of august and also had discharge when the breast was squeezed, saw the GP the next day who told me it was probably a fibroadenoma but would refer me anyway.
But I am still waiting to be seen by the breast clinic, my appointment isn’t for another 2 weeks and I’m feeling so stressed and anxious with all the waiting.
I’m only 21 but the lump has continued to grow and is probably around 3cm now and I’m now more stressed by the fact its taken so long to be seen and then I’ll have to wait even longer for results!
If anyone has any tips on how to cope with all the waiting and also what to expect at the breast clinic I would be grateful!
Thanks!!
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I have similar situation as you, but I have a very quick referral from my GP, as I have family history and aged above 40. I thought if you don’t have any family history and you are so young, the risk isn’t that high, so please relax first.
If you think your situation is getting worse, I would suggest you to call the GP and the GP might see you again to see if your lump grows quickly. Bless you 
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Welcome to the forum @cat191 . Sorry you’ve had this hanging over you for so long , it’s horrible not knowing what’s going on . As @louisa2 says it would be very unusual to have breast cancer at your age but as much as you rationalise it’s still very anxiety provoking to have something change and not know what’s caused it. Most breast cancers are very slow growing and so your lump increasing in size so rapidly also makes it more likely to be something far less worrying . Keeping everything crossed for you .Let us know how you get on . Please don’t hesitate y
to post here if you want some support to get through the anxious waiting . Best wishes Jill x
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Agree with @louisa2 - if it’s causing you this much anxiety do check in with your GP to say it’s growing. At least you know the appointment is nearly here now at the breast clinic. They will be very supportive I am sure 
always tell them what is worrying you, so they know how to help you.
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Let us know how you get on the waiting is the worst part so if you are getting more stressed I would do as the others say and get the appointment brought forward if you can. It’s not long now and hopefully you will find out soon xx