Hi jaybird,
Please don’t google!!! The first thing you always hit are the horror stories!!! Please stick to sites like this and MacMillan.
First of all, you have done the right thing by booking an appointment with your GP. No one on here can comment on what your particular lump is, as we aren’t doctors (at least most of us aren’t I think!) But your doctor will take the necessary steps to find out what it is and get it sorted, whatever it turns out to be.
The main thing I can say to you for now is try not to worry too much. Nearly all lumps turn out to be innocent. For each and every member of these forums, there are hundreds more women who get good news, so don’t continue on here.
The only real advice I can offer you is that the waiting is always the hardest part. Once you’ve seen your doctor, you’ll find out what the next steps are. Your GP might be able to tell you straight away, and send you home, which would be great. Or, they may refer you to the breast clinic for further investigation. Unfortunately, you will have to wait and see.
If you are referred, it’s another waiting game, and a very tough one at that… So, should you get referred, do your best to keep your mind busy, so it doesn’t run away with you. It can be very difficult, but it’s important not to let the bad thoughts take over.
Remember, there’s always someone on here if you need a bit of support, or even a good rant!
I’m sorry I can’t offer any advice on your lump itself, but that would be foolish of me. Only when you are seen will you get that kind of info.
In the meantime, take care, think positive thoughts and try and keep busy.
Best wishes to you, love Mel. X