I’m scared I waited too long

I'm fourteen like four months ago I found a lump in my breast but my mom told me to ignore it and that it was fine. It still hasn't gone away and it's itchy and it's probably cancer and I'm really scared. I'm going to an appointment today which is already scary in itself because Im autistic and I don't like touch. But I feel like they are gonna tell me I waited too long and I'm gonna die or something and I feel awful. 

  • It's probably not cancer. You are right to get it checked out, but the majority of breast lumps are not cancerous and the odds are that yours will be one of the majority that is completely harmless. This is especially true since you are only 14 and breast cancer is very rare at your age. 

    Hope all goes well today and that the doctor will reassure you. 

    I don't like touch either, by the way and a couple of doctors have noticed my reaction and asked if they hurt me or stuff like that. You can always tell them beforehand that you dislike being touched or that you are autistic. Most will be understanding.

  • I cannot express how grateful I am for your response <3

    Im going to my friends house to cook before my appointment and I was having trouble not crying lol but you really helped