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I have had 2 breast lumps for a while, had them

checked 6 months ago via a scan and no further action but no explanation given but they are still there. I also has auxiliary breast tissue removed from the same

side armpit and that scar is lumpy. I am having breast pain and also bleeding through the month and period pains. Again, u had this checked 2 months ago and nothing abnormal. Does this sound cyclical? What could the lumps be and will they ever go away? Can you get lumps removed? I previously had auxiliary breast tissue removed from the other armpit and have been told my breasts are lumpy. 

I feel worried constantly. 

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    Hi Cath,

    A very warm welcome to our forum. 
    Some women have naturally lumpy breasts. The fact that you have had a scan, which has shown that nothing abnormal was detected and that there was no cancer present is reassuring.

    Not all lumps are cancerous. Many turn out to be benign cysts, or due to fibrous or hormonal changes. It is a fact that out of all the people who attend the breast clinic, only 20% of them will get a cancer diagnosisI am not a doctor, but understand that breast pain seldom accompanied a cancer diagnosis. It would be worth discussing your symptoms with your GP. S/he will also have the report of your scan and may be able to explain what was found and why you were discharged without any further action being taken.

    Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. You’ll feel more reassured once you know the results in more detail. We are always here for you.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

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    Hi Cath,

    A very warm welcome to our forum. 
    Some women have naturally lumpy breasts. The fact that you have had a scan, which has shown that nothing abnormal was detected and that there was no cancer present is reassuring.

    Not all lumps are cancerous. Many turn out to be benign cysts, or due to fibrous or hormonal changes. It is a fact that out of all the people who attend the breast clinic, only 20% of them will get a cancer diagnosisI am not a doctor, but understand that breast pain seldom accompanied a cancer diagnosis. It would be worth discussing your symptoms with your GP. S/he will also have the report of your scan and may be able to explain what was found and why you were discharged without any further action being taken.

    Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. You’ll feel more reassured once you know the results in more detail. We are always here for you.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

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