Hard lump plus swelling

Hi I am a little concerend. I have a hard lump in the under part of my right breast, kind of bean sized. I did see a GP yesterday who had referred me for an ultrasound and seems to think it is a fibroadenoma. At the time my breast did not feel tender but since then my breast is swollen and a bit uncomfortable. I am very aware of my breast all the time. I have about 10 days until my scan, I already suffer with anxiety so feel a bit worried. I am only 27. I also have had a pain in my right shoulder blad for over a year and wonder if it could be linked. 

 

  • Hi cazzabeth,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I'm sorry to read about your worries. It's of course perfectly natural to feel this way when there is this uncertainty and waiting for more information.

    Try to avoid touching it as this will likely not help with the discomfort, and it also means you're continuing to focus on it whereas the best thing may be to try to keep distracted and not think about it too much prior to your appointment. Some people say it helps to keep busy during this time.

    I hope it's not too much longer to wait to find out more.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator