Hello everyone,

Three weeks ago, I noticed something on my right breast that looked like a rash. I didn't think any of it as I'm under quite a lot of stress. A couple days later, a sort of discolouration appeared above the rash. It's hard to describe it and you can hardly see it, it just looks like some sort of shadow. Again, didn't think it was anything to be concerned about. But a week ago, a lump appeared in the same breast. 

I've had lumps in both my breasts for years, had a mammogram ten years ago that just ruled them out as just lumps of fat, so I know how they feel. This one feels different: the shape is irregular, it feels uneven, is not painful and seems to be "fixed" to my chest.

I called 111 who told me to get an appointment with a GP asap. I have an appointment next Friday - but, not gonna lie, I'm terrified. I'm only 24 so I know there are chances it's nothing serious, but I can't help but get extremely anxious about it. Plus I'm far from friends and family (I've just moved here and my relatives live in a different country). 

Is there anyone with the same experience who's had a reassuring diagnosis? Any tips on dealing with the anxiety? Should I try and see someone earlier?

Thank you in advance for your replies.

sending you all loads of love and hugs with whatever hardships you're going through xx