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 Aida,

    It is impossible to tell until you have your lump investigated. As our moderator Catherine says, you should always het any lump checked out. Like Mimi, I am also a lot older than you, but I also discovered a lump in the same position, which turned out to be cancerous. At your age, this is hopefully a benign cyst or fibroadenoma. You may be busy at present, but what price do you put on your life? Make an appointment with your GP and put your mind to rest.

    Please keep in touch and let us know how it turns out. We are always here for you.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

  • Hi Jolamine. 

    Thank you for your reply.

    Im being referred to the breast clinic by the GP.

    I know its early days, but i am so scared . 

    Wishing you well ️

    Aida

  • Hi Aida,

    You have done the right thing, even if only to give yourself some peace of mind. We are all scared at this point, but here's hoping that it turns out to be nothing untoward. Stay awa from Google while you are waiting for your appointment. Much of the information is poorly researched, out of date and aimed at the more spectacular cases. This will only serve to scare you further. It is probably a good thing that you are so busy at work, as this should help to distract you while you wait. 

    The usual tests for someone of your age are an ultrasound and possibly a biopsy. You will find that the staff in these clinics are usually very understanding. Try not to panic, chances are that all will be fine at your age, but it would be silly not to investigate.

    Keeping my fingers crossed for good news!

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

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  • Hi Aida,

    You have done the right thing, even if only to give yourself some peace of mind. We are all scared at this point, but here's hoping that it turns out to be nothing untoward. Stay awa from Google while you are waiting for your appointment. Much of the information is poorly researched, out of date and aimed at the more spectacular cases. This will only serve to scare you further. It is probably a good thing that you are so busy at work, as this should help to distract you while you wait. 

    The usual tests for someone of your age are an ultrasound and possibly a biopsy. You will find that the staff in these clinics are usually very understanding. Try not to panic, chances are that all will be fine at your age, but it would be silly not to investigate.

    Keeping my fingers crossed for good news!

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

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