Lump in armpit/breast

Hi.

About 1.5month ago, I found a lump in my right breast but more towards the armpit. 

I checked my breasts every month so know this was new. (I had a lump removed at age 19 which was benign and been anxious ever since).

I left it to see if it would go after my period.  I checked it again a week after period and it was still there, just not as firm feeling. I noticed again last week that it was larger before period so I made an appointment with my GP, genuinely thinking they'd tell me if was nothing.  I saw the practice nurse this morning who seemed pretty concerned and said i needed referral as it was a swollen auxiliary node/gland. 

I've now spent the last half hour on my bedroom floor, sobbing because I stupidly googled swollen auxiliary in armpit and have just scared my self rotten and convinced myself this is probably cancer. 

I'm trying to give myself a pep talk but I really feel off about it. 

She said it could be up to 8 weeks before an appointment comes through for me which Is going to drive me.mad waiting for. 

Just wondering if anyone else has had anything similar?

I just turned 34 so hoping it's hormone linked but at the same time, know that armpit lumps aren't great .

Thanks for your time 

  • I'm sorry for the worry your lump is causing Egma33190.

    Quite a lot of our members have found themselves in a similar position, so you are not alone Emga33190, and hopefully it won't be long until some of them stop by to offer their support and advice.

    If you'd like to talk any of this through with one of our cancer nurses, they're available on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m. They're very insightful and will do all they can to any your questions and put your mind at ease whilst you wait.

    Waiting for tests is never easy, but I hope being a part of a community will give you the strength you need to get through this anxious and testing time.

    We're here for you Egma33190 and sending all our support your way.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator