Growing fibroadenoma aged 42

Hi

Would you be worried if this was your fibroadenoma?

I’m 42 and concerned about this growing at my age?

Oct 2021
mammogram - 17mm area was told not fibroadenoma 

Mar 2024
ultrasound - 12 mm
mammogram - 22mm
biopsied - fibroadenoma 

Oct 2024
ultrasound - 14 mm

Feb 2025
Mammogram - 25 mm

I appreciate any advice.

Thank you 

  • Welcome to the forum Ishy43 although I'm sorry for the worry your growing fibroadenoma is causing.

    A lot of our members have contended with fibroadenomas as well so they will know how you're feeling at the moment, and hopefully it won't be long until some of them stop by to share their experiences and advice.

    You can find out more about fibroadenomas on Breast Cancer Now, but if it would help to talk things through with one of our cancer nurses they're available on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m. They very insightful and will do all they can to address your concerns.

    If you haven't done so already, make sure you discuss your concerns with your GP as they will also be able to advise and hopefully put your mind at ease.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator