Hello LVwill and thanks for your post,

I am sorry that you are feeling worried about your breast and I can understand that having a history of cancer in your family can make you more concerned about your own wellbeing.

Fibroadenomas are common at your age and probably far more likely than a breast cancer diagnosis. 

If it is uncomfortable and causing you concern then do go back and discuss it with your GP who will hopefully put your mind at rest. If they feel that you needed to be re referred to the breast clinic I am sure that they will organise this for you.

Breast cancer is a common cancer with 1 in 7 women diagnosed with this in their life but usually after the age of 60. Breast cancer is more common when you have a history of breast cancer in the family but most women who have a close relative with breast cancer will never develop it.

Never feel that you are a bother to your GP that is what they are there for.

Try not to worry too much.

If you want to talk any of this through with one of the nurses on the helpline then you are welcome to give us a call.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

All the best,

Catherine

Personally I would definitely go back to the GP and not worry about being a bit of a pain especially if something is bothering you. 
As mentioned it is likely to be something other than breast cancer and lumps can be common. Getting a biopsy is the definite way to clear things up. 
I don’t wish to cause any worry for anyone who comes across this post but I feel it’s important to share. I was told 3 times a lump I had was a fibroadenoma when I was 36 and twice was after an ultrasound and only when I eventually went back and had a biopsy was I diagnosed with breast cancer. This was 3.5 years ago now and I’m so glad I went back. I am in the small minority of women though who unfortunately do get this diagnosis under 40. But I always tell people to be persistent if something doesn’t feel right. I know lots of people who have had completely normal lumps diagnosed. I even had another lump near my chest area which was nothing to worry about. 

Thank you for this. I will definitely go back. Did you have any other symptoms or just the lump if you don’t mind me asking? Glad to hear you’re doing well. 

Hi, I just had the lump. It was a bit painful and one Doctor told me it moved. I noticed if I held my arms above my head I could see what looked like a light dent in the skin near the lump. The area also looked a bit bruised as well.

Hope all goes well.