Hi guys,
I posted a similar post on the forum for younger women as i am only 22 but i have not yet had a response.
I found a lump in the tissue between my breast and underarm on friday, it was worrying me all weekend so i managed to get an appt at my GP yesterday morning.
I was sure he was going to say it was a cyst as i have found lumps before and when he has checked them out he has sent me away with a clear mind that there was nothing to worry about.
Unfortunately yesterday was a different story, my doctor has referred me to the local breast clinic as he found a larger lump in the same breast alot deeper in the tissue, i am also having a little bit of discharge, i just thought it was normal, he says it isnt. I was also noticing some patches of skin which were very different to my ‘normal’ skin, i did not mention this to my doctor, it was only after the appt when talking it over with my boyfriend i realised i probably should have mentioned this. Do you think i should get back in contact with the gp and tell him this? or wait until my appt at the clinic?
My mother was diagnosed with breast cancer 5 years ago this august and i am finding talking to her very difficult as i do not want to upset her or bring back any tough memories for her.
Is it normal to feel so anxious, i realise that i am young and that this probably works in my favour but i keep thinking about all the things that could possibly be a sign and my mind is reeling.
I would really like some support as i imagine the waiting for this appointment is going to be very difficult. I am trying to put it to the back of my mind but i confess i am struggling with this.
Do you think i am being silly and paranoid? because when i feel really bad i have this niggling sensation that other people have it alot worse and i do not yet have a diagnosis, so i should stop worring.
Any advice/support would be greatly appreciated.
Hiya. I am going through i similar thing atm, so just wanted to offer you some support.
I found a lump a week or so ago, and after monitoring it over my cycle, went to the doctors Friday.
I was expecting to be sent away, but have been refered and have a appointment at the breast clinic a week today-13th.
Im 29.
If your boobs are prone to lumps and bumps, lets hope its just another one 
x
Hi, like Mrs Sparkle, I’m in the same boat as you. I’ve actually found a lump on my neck today to add to my woes but that’s probably a worry spot. There’s nothing I can say to make you feel better but knowing that other people understand is enough for me. Like you I feel guilty for worrying about something that hasn’t even been confirmed but having lost my mum to BC, I can justify it to myself.
In terms of your skin, my hunch would be to save it for the clinic as you’ve already been referred and they will do a thorough check then anyway. I’m wearing myself out trying to think when I might first have noticed my lumps - I know I found them on Friday but I’ve got a niggling feeling that they were there before then and I’ve only found them now because they’re getting bigger, worse and hurt now. So much for supporting you, I’m just worrying myself more!!
I don’t think there are any rules for how you should feel in these circumstances so don’t think yourself as silly or paranoid xx
Thank you both for your support,
i know it sounds silly but im quite embarrassed to discuss how i feel with those closest to me. I am worried that they will think im making a big deal out of it… i worry that they will tell me to keep it in the back of my mind when the reality is that is not the easiest thing to do right now.
i really appreciate your thoughts and send my sincerest back to you Emmard and Mrs Sparkle, it is a comfort to talk with people in very similar situations.
xxx
Hi, am in similar circumstances, I have been referred to the clinic today after my doc examined a lump I have had in my right breast for a few months, I had delayed this as being only 32 and no direct history of bc in the family so just thought it would go ?
However doc said she was concerned as it is a hard lump that doesnt move and there is no pain. She has reffered me saying high risk so should be within 2 weeks ? This is something I know very little of and am worried as she seemed genuinely concerned?
I feel a bit of a fraud for worrying soo much though as nothing has been confirmed and the odds are stacked in my favour but just thinking about this is making me feel ill.
I hope all goes well for you at your app, please keep us posted xx
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Nicky Jane, i could of wrote your post myself laist week! I am going to the hospital on Tuesday and scared stiff.
Me and emmard have got another little thread going whereby we just talk nonsense and that, so quite welcome to post there if you want some support.
Its called thought i was ok until appointment came through or something
x x x take care x x x
Ps smile 11, when is your appointment?