Inflammatory breast cancer?

Hi guys, I've had a patch on my breast which if I remember correctly I spotted a few weeks ago which appeared like a faint purple bruise - I thought nothing of it but recently it has become red the size of a 50p with a darker outline, I'm a hypochondriac so tend to imagine pain but everything google gives me is IBC. I'm 23 and I know cancer has no age limit but I'm so concerned worrying myself as my appointment with the GP isn't until Friday and they don't take me very seriously. The rash isn't itchy and has no texture but my breasts are tender. I don't know if it has any relation but my period is also late. Wondering if anyone has experienced this as all the google answers say is the worst. X

  • I'm sorry for the worry this is causing Amber but it's good you have booked an appointment with your GP and I hope it goes well tomorrow.

    Hopefully some of our members will be along soon but in the meantime, do try and stay away from google as it has a tendency to only bring up worse case scenarios and make any worries or anxiety worse. Easier said than done, especially when wanting to get some answers and figure out what's going on, but I hope this advice on how to cope with waiting for news will help.

    I also hope this article we have on talking to your doctor will help you feel more confident when discussing your concerns with your GP tomorrow.

    Fingers crossed your symptoms are no cause for concern Amber.

    All the best,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator