Hi Llmaga21,

I went to the doctor's on Monday because I found a small hard lump on my left breast. He also referred me to the breast clinic. I'm 40 years old. 

I forgot to say. I don't have a burning sensation or dimples. But the lump doesn't move and it feel like something is pulling my armpit if I lift my arm. 

Does that make sense?

Thanks everyone for your replies really appreciated. The Gp just said she could feel the lump/ thickening as well and she would put through an urgent referral. Hope you are all okay, your mind goes into over drive. I’ve had stage 1 melanoma 9 years ago as well, so wondering is it linked to that. I guess will just have to wait for the appointment and try to keep busy xx

Thanks everyone for your replies really appreciated. The Gp just said she could feel the lump/ thickening as well and she would put through an urgent referral. Hope you are all okay, your mind goes into over drive. I’ve had stage 1 melanoma 9 years ago as well, so wondering is it linked to that. I guess will just have to wait for the appointment and try to keep busy xx

Hi, glad you e seen your GP and are getting referred, I’ve now got my appointment on Wednesday, only a week after my GP appointment, I’m glad I’ve got it so quick but it’s also making me wonder if there’s a reason, I will let you all know how I get on xx

I hope your appointment goes okay and all the worry was for nothing. I can really sympathise with you. I think when the referral has put through they are targeted to see you within 2 weeks, so I wouldn’t focus too much on the fact it’s been quick, I think it’s the same for everyone x

Thank you, yes I’m sure all the worry will be for nothing x

Hi Llmaga,

I'm glad to hear that you've been referred and hope that you don't have too long to wait for your appointment.

Don't forget to let us know how you get on.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx