Lump under left breast.

Hi all.

Early last week I felt some sort of lump under my left breast ( where the bra line would be) its under my skin, feels semi hard and is slightly sore when I press on it.

Im not sure if this is something I should be worried about? Im extremely busy with work at the moment so I havent the time to book a GP appointment. Is this something I can wait and see if it goes away, or should I get it checked ASAP?

I have no family history of breast cancer that i am aware of. Im 33 years old. 

Any advice would be greatly appreciated  

Thank you. 

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  • Hi Aida92

    I'm bit older than you. I had exactly the same symptoms in the same location. I didn't worry about it too much for a good while but it wouldn't go away. 

    Ended up being referred to breast clinic by my GP. After having mamogram mine was classed as an undetermined hard mass that was biopsied. Mine unfortunately ended up being diagnosed as neuroendocrine cancer.

    I would urge you to get referred and checked out just to be on a safe side. Pain is rather unusual with tumors and as Catherine says most lumps end up being benign or cysts, especially at your age. All the best. 

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  • Hi Aida92

    I'm bit older than you. I had exactly the same symptoms in the same location. I didn't worry about it too much for a good while but it wouldn't go away. 

    Ended up being referred to breast clinic by my GP. After having mamogram mine was classed as an undetermined hard mass that was biopsied. Mine unfortunately ended up being diagnosed as neuroendocrine cancer.

    I would urge you to get referred and checked out just to be on a safe side. Pain is rather unusual with tumors and as Catherine says most lumps end up being benign or cysts, especially at your age. All the best. 

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  • Hello Mimmi,

    Thank you for your response. 

    I have now been to the GP and have been referred to the breast clinic.

    Im quite scared and do not know what to expect. 

    I guess time will tell. 

    I hope you are well, and on the road to recovery  

    Aida

  • Hi Aida,

    I am really glad you've got your refferal sorted. 

    My experience at the breast clinic was great. The staff was lovely and my mammogram, ultrasound and biopsy was not anywhere near as scary or painful as I thought they might be. It took about 10 days to get my results. 

    I know it's difficult not to feel anxious but it will be over before you know it. I was where you are about 6 weeks ago. I've only had my diagnosis for couple of weeks so still getting used to it. 

    Wish you all the very best and let us know how you get on. If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask. 

    Miriam 

  • Hi Miriam,

    I am 16 years post-diagnosis, so even with a cancer diagnosis, there is hope!

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

  • Hi Jolamine

    Thank you for your message. 16 years is amazing and long may it continue xx

    I am trying to keep positive attitude. I will have results from CT scan next week to see where else it is and I suppose I will have to deal with it from there. Let's hope it's not too bad. 

    All the best,

    Miriam

  • Hi Miriam,

    Yes, I feel very fortunate. Try to hold on to your positive attitude - it makes all the difference as you travel your cancer journey.

    Please let us know how your CT results turn out. We are always here for you.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx