B3 biopsy results & papilloma

Hi,

I’m 26 years old and recently discovered a very small, pea size like, lump very near to my nipple on my left breast. My GP told me she didn’t think it was anything sinister, however still referred me to a great clinic for further examination just to be on the safe side. Whilst I was at the breast clinic, they reassured me again that they don’t think it’s anything sinister and took a biopsy as a precaution. I received a phone call a few days ago to make an appointment at the breast clinic to discuss my results. I freaked out and demanded my results over the phone, as this was very worrying for me and I couldn’t do the waiting not knowing, so a nurse thankfully told me my results via phone call. I was a mess during this phone call, but would I did manage to gather from the phone call was that my biopsy results were B3, and that the lump is potentially papilloma, and I will require surgery to remove this which will be discussed at my appointment at the breast clinic this week. 
I was just wondering if anyone has anymore of a clear idea what this might mean? I have done the odd researching, but have tried to limit myself due to this really not being good for my mental health. I just want to speak to someone who’s been in / is in a similar position really, as my head is doing over time waiting for these appointments. Every little ache or pain anywhere in my body I’m just thinking the worst and that it’s all somehow connected. Trying to keep a brave face on, but I’m struggling.

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  • Hi Rachelmarie123,

    I hope your questions and concerns will be addressed at your appointment this week. You did the right thing in staying away from google, because when you’re worried that you may have cancer, it can be tempting to look for answers online, but this can end up increasing anxiety rather than making you feel better.

    Please try not to worry as Papilloma is a benign condition and does not mean cancer. You can read more about it here.

    All the best,

    Moderator Anastasia

  • Hi,

    Thank you for the response. It definitely does increase anxiety, I went through a different medical treatment last year, and Google made my life hell for a short period, hence why I’ve tried to stay off it this time. Hopefully it is papilloma and they’re just removing to be on the safe side. *fingers crossed*
    thank you for attaching the link, I’ll have a read :)

    Xx

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  • Hi,

    Thank you for the response. It definitely does increase anxiety, I went through a different medical treatment last year, and Google made my life hell for a short period, hence why I’ve tried to stay off it this time. Hopefully it is papilloma and they’re just removing to be on the safe side. *fingers crossed*
    thank you for attaching the link, I’ll have a read :)

    Xx

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