Hi hoping that someone out there might have some advice. Eighteen months ago I had a benign breast lump removed. I have known for some time that I have scar tissue but now another lump seems to have appeared at the side of the scar tissue. I went for mammogram and ultrasound yesterday. I was told that it could be that the previous lump wasnt removed entirely, or it could be a new lump. I am so scared, I had a core biospy so now have to wait a couple of weeks for the result. I dont feel very confident with the surgeon if he did not entirely remove the previous lump. What if it had be malignant I wouldnt be here now! Does anyone have similar experience?
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hi ruby shoes
even when they remove benign lumps they would normally make sure they have taken a little bit of the surrounding tissue, but there can be some very small cells left behind.
however with benign lumps they arent always removed so i wouldnt think that your surgeon had let you down in any way… but what is important is they are checking you out fully so if there is something sinister there they can then get you treated quickly and efficiently.
but fingers crossed its just another benign lump… some people just have lumpy breasts.
if it does turn out to be cancer we are all here to support you through it.
sending cyber hugs and lots of love your way.
Lulu x