Breast cancer as a teen

Help! I am 15 and a while a go I found a pea sized hard lump in my breast. My GP told me to wait a month or until after my period (my periods are very irregular and always have been) and see if it was still there. I did end up getting my period after the month, so I went back and it was still there. She has referred me somewhere or something to get an ultrasound or something, but I forgot to tell her that I had this pain for a while before, in the same breat but above my nipple and closer to the armpit, like I couldn't pinpoint where it was but that whole top left area had this dull pain. I thought it went away so I didn't say anything but today it has come back and the whole area also feels really hard when I press down (by the way this area covers about three inches,l) but it feels like my normal breast on the other side. What if I have really fast spreading cancer and I am going to die? I don't want to live for just five years, I want to live a longer life than that. I'm so scared what if I have breast cancer?! What if it spreads to my lymph nodes? It's like a horrible story you hear but never think it will apply to you and now I am having a panic attack.

I know I haven't been diagnosed but the 'young age' section seemed to fit.

  • Hi 

    You sound worried sick and let your imagination run wild. Not every one referred to the breast clinic is due to suspension of cancer. It's the only place that has the equipment and expertise to diagnose any breast issues, and there are many non cancerous conditions. 

    Given your age I would be amazed if you have cancer. The ultrasound that has been ordered will pick up cysts, fibrosis and other benign conditions so try not to worry and see this is an opportunity to get to know your breasts makeup as it will allow you know what's normal and what's not, which will stand you in good stead in 40years time when you enter the breast screening program. 

    Waiting for scans can be difficult but I found if I looked at it positively and saw it as a means to achieve peace of mind. 

    Take care and please come back and let us know how you get on as your story will help others who find themselves in the same position.