History: May 2024 my left breast was itchy in the left outer middle area and I could feel a small lump that was a bit bigger than an almond. The area began to wake me up at night and was painful at times. I had a diagnostic mammo and US which the radiologist reported as normal. Area continued to be itchy and painful at times, no redness, no skin changes, no discharge; left breast is larger than right. I had a benign fibroadenoma removed from the left breast in 2000. I saw my GYN a couple of weeks ago. After speaking with her and her examination, she reported the lump was normal globular breast tissue. Well now I am having pain in the outer lower quadrant of my breast esp when my arm touches it. It is pretty constant and feels like it is inflamed, like pins/needles sticking in the area. Again no bruises, skin changes, discharge noted. Should I consult a breast surgeon at this time? I am a nurse and pretty concerned at this point. Thank you very much for your time and help.
Definitely get it checked out 
never leave getting any breast changes checked by professionals you are good to be vigilant 
Shi xx
Hi alds
Thanks for posting.
Breast changes like those you describe can happen for many reasons. They may be due to injury, hormonal changes as part of your monthly cycle (if you are still having periods) or benign conditions (not cancer). Changes such as the itching you have noticed can often be due to the development of skin conditions like eczema or sensitivity to body creams, soaps or other products.
For more information about breast changes see our booklet Know your breasts: a guide to breast awareness and screening.
Breast pain is very common in women of all ages. It can have several causes, which the information in the link explains.
Having painful, sore, or tender breasts can cause anxiety. On its own, it isn’t usually a sign of breast cancer. It can be helpful to keep a pain chart to see if there is any pattern to your pain. You will find a pain chart in our breast pain booklet.
It’s important to find out what the possible cause of any persistent breast pain may be though, so this can be managed.
It’s not usually necessary for your family doctor to refer you a breast clinic to see a breast surgeon when you have breast pain unless it affects your quality of life, has persisted for a couple of months or if the pain hasn’t responded to any recommended treatment, diet or lifestyle changes.
However, as @charlottebee suggests, as you have experienced other changes recently, it would be a good idea to make an appointment with your doctor to be assessed and talk through your concerns.
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Catherine
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