Sudden change but no explanation

Hi, I don't know where else to go with this worry now.

4-5 weeks ago I noticed that my left breast had got visibly larger and had moved down and outwards. I regularly check my breasts in the shower and have never noticed any lumps but tend to forget to check visually so when I did notice it scared me. My breasts have always stayed the same, even during and after having my 2 babies (never changed during both pregnancies and never produced milk which was upsetting in itself)

I've been seen by a nurse and then a GP, who referred me to the local breast clinic even though neither of them found any kind of lump. Was given a hand examination at the clinic and told no lumps so go home.

This didn't put me at ease at all as no one has explained WHY the sudden change. So I went back to see another of my GPs, who was the first of anyone to also check my neck, collarbones and armpits (still no lumps) but again told not to worry whilst also no one knowing why my left breast is going for a wonder. I haven't had any sudden weight changes or hormone changes that are noticeable to explain it, especially since its only one breast.

I feel like I'm going nuts, but I know that not all forms of breast cancer produce lumps, and that cancer can develop before lumps form.

I honestly don't know what to do to get peace of mind. A few friends have suggested starting a *** to pay for a private scan etc but I don't know if I'm just being overly paranoid and I'd hate to waste my friends money, especially when we're all struggling to afford everything.

Does anyone have any sort of suggestions or advice so I feel less crazy?

Thank you X

  • Hi CEGment,

    A very warm welcome to our forum.

    Before you start looking into private funding, bear in mind that everyone is entitled to a second opinion. Perhaps another referral to a different breast clinic might be able to convince you that all is ok? You mention that you are aware that cancer can appear before lumps form. It is also true that not all lumps signify breast cancer. Many turn out to be benign cysts, or due to fibrous and hormonal changes. It is a fact that 80% of people who attend the breast clinic, do not receive a cancer diagnosis, so here's hoping that this is the case for you.

    Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx