Hello ShirlyV and thanks for posting,

Ultrasounds tests can be used to detect and assess lymph nodes - they are a routine way to assess the armpit when breast cancer has been diagnosed to look for abnormal lymph nodes, if any are found they can then be biopsied. 

I don't know if the lump you can feel is a lymph node or not, and if it is, whether it is larger that it should be or normal size. It may help to get a doctor's opinion about this. 

I can see how your mother's experience of having been dismissed could rock your faith in what the doctors say. It must be a difficult position to be in. It doesn't sound as if you have much confidence in the person who performed this ultrasound. I am sorry that you unhappy about it. Even though it seemed quick it could still have been adequate enough to provide a satisfactory image.

Do talk things though with the doctor who arranged the ultrasound and ask them what they think this lump is. I think not having an explanation can make a lump seem more worrying so this could help. And ask if they think you need to have any more tests to rule out cancer.

Give us a call if you want to talk anything over,  our number is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and we are around from 9-5, weekdays.

Best wishes,

Julia