Breast Lump - Breast Clinic Referral

Hi all, looking for a bit of advice. I'm 27 and I have a very dense and fibrous right breast which has given me a few scares over the past five years. I've been to the breast clinic twice before and thankfully it's just come back as fibrous tissue. I recently found a lump near my nipple this time and I'm just back from my GP appointment. She checked everywhere including the lump but didn't seem concerned. She said it feels like a fibroadenoma and to try and not worry but I'm being referred again for peace of mind/just to make sure. This will be my third time in 5 years so I find it all a bit triggering. Although the lump is firm, she said it's a good sign because it's moveable and it has smooth edges etc. I'm happy that she didn't seem concerned but you never 100% know. Just wondering if anyone has had a similar experience? I find it hard trusting health professionals because my health anxiety takes over and I don't want to get my hopes up. Thanks for your time x

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  • Hi all - sorry for the delay, last week ended up being a super busy one. I had my ultrasound last week and thankfully it's nothing untoward! She showed me it on the screen, it's another big fatty, fibrous lump in my breast. She said my changes are consistent with fibrocystic breast disease and this is the cause of my pain as well. I think I'll be prone to more changes in my lifetime unfortunately but I'll keep checking, as always. She said about cutting down on caffeine and maybe taking primrose oil overtime to help manage my pain. 

    Thank you to everyone who took the time to message, it's really helped. I can't thank you all enough! Thinking of those who didn't get positive news but this chat is a god send. Such a supportive, lovely bunch x

  • Hi Anneroseina,

    Thank you for the update. I'm delighted to hear that all turned out as well as it could for you. There may be future changes, but here's hoping that they remain benign. As you know, we are always here for you.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

  • Hi Annaroseina,

    It must be about time for your wedding, so I hope that this news allows you to really enjoy it, without all the anxiety of the past couple of months hanging over you - I hope that you have  a fabulous day.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

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