Dimple on breast

Hello! This is my first post and no way am I looking for a diagnosis, just some advice if possible. I recently went to the doctors around 3 weeks ago, because I have noticed that when I lift my arms, my left breast has a vertical dimple (dip?) which is visible when looking down at my chest. At first I didn’t really worry about it but my fiancé told me to go and check it out because It was very different for me. I was examined by a doctor, who told me that they cannot see anything themselves (despite not looking where I told them I could see it), and simply just said because I’m young (21) I shouldn’t be worried. I couldn’t help but just feel a bit binned off? The appointment was probably not even 5 minutes, and I wasn’t even allowed to ask any questions, was just told if it’s still there in a few weeks and I’m worried then go back. I’ve tried to feel myself but I’m not 100% sure what is normal and what isn’t as I can feel lumps but I thought this was normal? My question is really, should I even go back, I feel like It will just be a wasted appointment and I’ll just be shut down again? Thanks in advance for any input x 

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  • Hi There,

    I’m sorry you’re going through this it’s an extremely stressful situation to be in. I am in the same boat as you currently. I’m 22 years old and have noticed on my left breast when I lift my arms above my head I have a vertical indentation- almost looks like the skin is being tugged.I went to my GP and she assured me there were no lumps however can see what I meant- I struggle as being younger and having dense breasts everything feels lumpy and bumpy to me I’m not sure what I need to be concerned about or not. She thought possibly it could just be where I had gained weight and now there is more strain on my breasts. She didn’t think it was anything sinister however after recommending anti-inflammatory cream and telling me to come back after 2 weeks if it did not resolve (it didn’t) I have now been referred to the breast clinic and am waiting for my appointment date. 

    My advice is anything that is not normal to you then be pushy with them, ask for a second opinion, certainly if it’s still worrying you. I feel they are quick to brush me off as I am young and it almost always is never cancer but any change in your breast is worth getting looked at. You know your body better than anybody. I found it helps to take pictures of what I was seeing myself as it can appear different in different lightings. 

    I had to be referred to the breast clinic last year for issues with my other breast and it brings you so much peace of mind just to get it checked over x

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  • Hi There,

    I’m sorry you’re going through this it’s an extremely stressful situation to be in. I am in the same boat as you currently. I’m 22 years old and have noticed on my left breast when I lift my arms above my head I have a vertical indentation- almost looks like the skin is being tugged.I went to my GP and she assured me there were no lumps however can see what I meant- I struggle as being younger and having dense breasts everything feels lumpy and bumpy to me I’m not sure what I need to be concerned about or not. She thought possibly it could just be where I had gained weight and now there is more strain on my breasts. She didn’t think it was anything sinister however after recommending anti-inflammatory cream and telling me to come back after 2 weeks if it did not resolve (it didn’t) I have now been referred to the breast clinic and am waiting for my appointment date. 

    My advice is anything that is not normal to you then be pushy with them, ask for a second opinion, certainly if it’s still worrying you. I feel they are quick to brush me off as I am young and it almost always is never cancer but any change in your breast is worth getting looked at. You know your body better than anybody. I found it helps to take pictures of what I was seeing myself as it can appear different in different lightings. 

    I had to be referred to the breast clinic last year for issues with my other breast and it brings you so much peace of mind just to get it checked over x

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