Terrified - lump and pain

Hi, 

 

I have an appointment Monday evening in breast clinic as I've found a small lump in my right breast and have pain on and off. I found the lump because my right breast was unusually uncomfortable. I do get achy boobs now and then, but this seemed different so I checked myself and discovered a lump just above and to the outer aspect of my nipple. I saw GP and they referred my under the 2 week rule and I have an appointment 10 days after the referral which I am really grateful for. However the longer I have been waiting, the more terrified and anxious I am becoming. I can't stop crying. I'm absolutely convinced that I'm going to get a bad outcome. And over the last few days, I'm feeling like there may be some armpit swelling and aching but I don't know if it's all in my head  

  • Hello SRed, 

    I just wanted to wish you the best of luck for your appointment on Monday at the breast clinic. It seems like things have moved quickly which is great. Waiting is often described here as the hardest thing as it triggers so much anxiety due to the uncertainty of not knowing but it won't be long now until you get some definite answers.

    I know it is really hard but try not to worry too much or anticipate what it might be. The best thing to do to avoid thinking too much about this is to keep busy and distracted if you can and avoid looking things up online. I can imagine it is hard for you to do this at the moment but it will help you feel a little less anxious. 

    I hope you will also hear from others here who have been through all this before and that they will be along soon to share their story with you. 

    Keeping everything crossed for you that everything goes well on Monday and turns out fine. 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator