Cancer Research UK main site
  • Replies 10 replies
  • Views 6525 views
  • Users 0 members are here

Small hard lump in armpit - been referred for urgent breast cancer screening. Looking for reassurance and advice

Ruperta
Offline

Hi

I’ve come on here as was referred to the urgent breast cancer screening program today and it has shaken me up a bit.  There’s the part of me that says this is normal procedure and it’s being looked at but the other part of me is anxious.

I had a mammogram end March this year which was all clear but have had a pea sized hard immovable lump under my left armpit for a few weeks.  It has actually reduced in size a bit so I wasn’t unduly worried when I saw the doctor today.  Now that she’s referred me to the urgent screening I’m feeling concerned.

I think I just need a bit of reassurance that it’s unlikely to be breast cancer due to clear mammogram end March.  Or could it be lymphoma or leukaemia.  I’ve done too much googling - sorry.  Would welcome any advice.  Thanks 

Parents

  • Hello Ruperta

    I'm sorry to hear that you've recently been referred to the breast clinic after finding a lump in your armpit. It's understandable that you're feeling anxious ahead of your appointment. 

    It might help to keep in mind that the large majority of people who are seen by breast specialists are not diagnosed with cancer. There could be any number of reasons for this lump that's been felt, but the important thing is to get it checked, so hopefully you won't have to wait too long for your appointment. 

    In the meantime, if it would help to talk things through with one of our nurses, then you're welcome to give them a call. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any advice, information and support they can. They're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Do keep in touch Ruperta and let us know how you get on. We're here for you. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

Reply

  • Hello Ruperta

    I'm sorry to hear that you've recently been referred to the breast clinic after finding a lump in your armpit. It's understandable that you're feeling anxious ahead of your appointment. 

    It might help to keep in mind that the large majority of people who are seen by breast specialists are not diagnosed with cancer. There could be any number of reasons for this lump that's been felt, but the important thing is to get it checked, so hopefully you won't have to wait too long for your appointment. 

    In the meantime, if it would help to talk things through with one of our nurses, then you're welcome to give them a call. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any advice, information and support they can. They're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Do keep in touch Ruperta and let us know how you get on. We're here for you. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

Children
No Data

Speak to a nurse

Quick links

Follow us

Registered with Fundraising Regulator (logo)
Cancer Research UK is a registered charity in England and Wales (1089464), Scotland (SC041666), the Isle of Man (1103) and Jersey (247). A company limited by guarantee. Registered company in England and Wales (4325234) and the Isle of Man (5713F). Registered address: 2 Redman Place, London, E20 1JQ.