What symptoms did you have ? I'm 16 nearly 17 and I have been feeling discomfort and pain in both breast for 3/4 days but my doctor said everything looked and felt normal but painkillers aren't helping and my armpits are slightly sore now aswell . 

Hi Bobbi,

I am glad to hear that your GP says that everything looks and feels normal. Many women find that discomfort and pain can be associated with their monthly cycle - do you think that this might be the case with you? Why not wait a few weeks and, if this doesn't settle, don't be afraid to contact your GP again. You are always entitled to have a second opinion if you are not convinced that your GP is correct.

Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

Kindest regards,

Jolamine xx

I was suppose to wait 2 weeks and monitor my pain but it felt like it had gotten worse over night especially on the outer sections of my breast , the doctors wouldn't see me but I had a phone call and she said because I've been on my pill for so long it's likely my cycle or period that is causing my pain and she thinks it is normal hormonal pain but the pain could last 7 months if pain killers don't sort it out , I just get worried because I feel as if my breast are on the more lumpy side but I've read that's normal to have lumpier Breast tissue as they're still developing . 

Hi Bobbi,

Many women have naturally lumpy breasts, so your GP is probably right in her diagnosis. I am not a doctor, but I understand that pain is seldom a sign of breast cancer.

Do as your GP has advised and monitor your breasts. If you see any change, try to make an appointment with another doctor in the practice if you want another opinion.

Regards,

Jolamine xx

Hi I'm 14 and I think about 5 days ago I started getting sharp pains or like aches in my breasts and now my armpits are itchy I'm just so scared I don't know what to do 

Hi Abiii,

A very warm welcome to our forum, although I'm sorry that you have had to visit us at your age. I am not a doctor so cannot say for certain, but it sounds as if these pains might be due to your monthly cycle. It is unusual, although not impossible for someone of your age to have cancer.

Have you discussed this with your mum? This is the best place to start. After that you should phone your GP and explain your symptoms. Despite the current pandemic your GP can still see you if s/he deems it necessary, although you are most likely to have a telephone consultation initially.

Do please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

I shall keep my fingers crossed for good news.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Yh I have a doctors appointment tomorrow I'll tell you how it goes x

Yh I have a doctors appointment tomorrow I'll tell you how it goes x

Hi Abiii,

I hope that it all goes well for you tomorow.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Hi im 14, 15 in july and ive had a huge difference of size in my breast for a while and have always had sharp itchy pains in my right breast and armpit and my nipples are inverted but ive thought it was normal up until last night because it really hurt all night and i couldnt sleep, im really worried and dont know what to do i dont see my mum so i feel awkward talking to my dad about it and ive tried telling my sisters n they laughed n said im overreacting but i am worried and hoping for some advise?

Hi Destiny,

A very warm welcome to our forum. I am so sorry to hear about your worries. It must be especially hard for you when you don't see your mum. What a pity that your sisters laughed at you when you told them. Are they older than you? Because of your age, it is quite possible that there is nothing to worry about. Cancer is more often found in older people, although not always. At your age your body is changing all the time and you will be having a lot of hormonal changes. 

Would I be right in saying that your periods have already started? It is quite normal for our breasts to feel sore from time to time throughout our lives. Breast cancer is seldom accompanied by pain. Most people who are diagnosed are not aware of any pain at all. Again, rules are made to be broken and we are not all the same, so there are exceptions to every rule. It is common for our breasts to feel sore just before and during our periods. However, since you've noticed that your nipples are inverted, it wouldn't do any harm to let your GP examine  your breasts, just to make sure. 

Can you tell your dad that you need to see your GP? I understand that it is difficult to raise this with your dad and that he may feel a little out of his depth with woman's problems, but I'm sure that he will still support you fully. The other way that you could approach this is to have a chat with one of your school teachers. You may not think that they are used to dealing with personal health problems, but with so many broken families nowadays, they deal with a lot more than just teaching.

I don't know whether your GP is a gentleman or a lady. If you feel it would be less embarrassing for you, you can always ask to be seen by a lady doctor when you make your appointment.

If there is anything nasty, the sooner it is seen to the better the outcome usually is, so don't delay. Do please try and raise the subject with your dad and get things checked out, if only for your own peace of mind.

Please let us know how you get on. We are always here for you if you want to talk.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Hi, i'm 15 and i've recently noticed a lump that's move able, kind of above my right breast area/chest area. However I have no symptoms or anything but I'm getting worried however I have done research and it could be a cyst? But i'm not sure what to do 

Hi Littllequeen,

A very warm welcome to our forum.

At your age it is most unlikely that this is anything sinister. However, we are always advised to get any changes in our breasts investigated. Have you spoken to your mum about this? 

Between you, the best thing to do would be to get it checked out with your GP. At your age, there will be a number of hormonal changes taking place and this is the most likely cause. Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Thank you!! I'll keep you updated but that has helped a lot and made me less stressed. Thank you once again x

Hi Littlequeen,

I am glad to hear that my reply has helped. Try to get an appointment with your GP as soon as you can, then you can put your mind to rest.

I look forward to your update.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Hi Littlequeen,

The best thing to do is to have a chat with your mum and then to see your GP. It is good news that your lump is moveable, as most sinister lumps tend to be immovamle and ragged at the edges.

It could well be a cyst, but the only way to be sure is to have some tests.

I sincerely hope that this comes back as good news for you. Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Update- good news actually, the "lump" seems to feel the slightest bit smaller? And it's more sort of move able than before

Hi Littlequeen,

I am delighted to hear this. It might still be advisable to check things out with your GP before just leaving this.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx