GP found a lump

So I went to see my GP yesterday as my left breast has increased in size and is sore and painful. She examined me and said she could feel a lump and has made an urgent referral to the breast clinic. Once she did that she started to talk about breast cancer. I’m now so paranoid. I’m 23. What else could this be? 

Hi

Thank you for your comment. We understand this may be a scary time for you as you wait to be referred. We want you to know what we’re here for you. You can call our nurses on 0808 800 6000 for support about what to expect at the breast clinic and also for advice after you’ve been to the breast clinic. 

Sending you our best wishes,

Saskia