Hi, I am 34 nearly 35. I found a lump around a month ago but was difficult to find and to me felt small (don’t know if I was feeling the edges it’s deep in the lower quadrants) I expected the gp to y she couldn’t find anything and send me on my way. However she immediately found a 3cm lump and I was shocked and just cried I wasn’t expecting this. I have been referred to the breast clinic. Doesnyone have a similar story? Now I’ve calmed down I’m sure it’s nothing to worry about but still worried
Hi Eh58
Welcome to the forum and I am sorry to hear that you might have breast cancer. Most lumps turn out to be benign but if it does turn out to be breast cancer it will be treatable and you medical team will do everything in their power to get you better.
i was diagnosed with breast cancer last year in my right breast and after having a CT Scan they discovered another small lump in my left breast. I had surgery, chemo and radiotherapy and I am now cancer free.
Wishing you the best of luck with your appointment.
Best wishes
Daisy53
Hi, very similar to you. I'm 35, went to GP as breasts had been really itchy for a month or so. I just thought skin was a bit dry, maybe prescribe some cream, but upon examination, they found a lump in my left lower quadrant. As she was a trainee, a second doctor checked too and confirmed. I was, and still am, in shock. Have breast clinic appointment Tuesday. Never been before and am so scared.
Been to the breast clinic this morning the doctor felt my breasts with not a lot of pressure said he’s not worried that I probably have lumpy breasts and sent me on my way no scan. I know I should be relieved but I’m very uneasy about it my gps notes from Thursday say 3cm palpable lump in the exact same place as a 0.5cm lump 3 years ago. Would you trust the clinic or ask for a second opinion? Thanks
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