Breast discolouration

Hello,

I am 3 years since having radiotherapy and have noticed that my breast looks yellow, I have not knocked it, but it looks like a faded bruise along the lower part of the breast similar to jaundice.

should I be concerned.

thank you Sonia.

  • Hello and thanks for your post,

    It is difficult for the nurses to give an opinion about the yellowing of your breast but I would make an appointment with your GP and get them to give their opinion. Often radiotherapy can cause the skin to look slightly suntanned after treatment and this might be the case with you.

    It is worth having it checked as it is a while since you had your treatment.

    If you would like to ring and chat any of this through with one of the helpline nurses then you are welcome to give us a call.

    The number to ring is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm.

    All the best,

    Catherine