Am I being paranoid? Diagnosed with breast cancer but now have a cough and chest pain. Should I be rushing to get this checked?

I was recently diagnosed with breast cancer following a biopsy 4 weeks ago. I have been told that this is early stage and they are hopeful that it can be treated with surgery and some radiotherapy.

I have over the last few days developed a cough and some chest pain which I suspect is a chest infection. Am I getting carried away thinking that this could be something more sinister? Should I be rushing to the doctor to be checked? Or should I ride this out like I would have prior to my diagnosis? 

thanks

  • Hi Worrybug, sorry to hear that you have been diagnosed with cancer.  I know how worrying it can be when you develop other symptoms.  I would get it checked out by your GP just to be sure and also give you peace of mind.  Maybe antibiotics are needed.  Good luck with your surgery.

    Lee x