Worrying symptoms - rash on breast and pain in that area and my chest. Has anyone had anything similar and it's been benign?

Hi all,

I had a small rash develop on my left breast in the middle of September and I thought it was shingles so didn’t think anything of it. Then the following weeks, I’ve had such bad breast and chest pain. I had inflammation of the chest cartilage last year and assumed this had flared up again but two days ago my armpit has swollen up considerably, there’s a dark discolouration under my breast and its incredibly painful to touch. 

im unable to get a doctors appointment until Friday so I’m worrying myself sick. I’m just not sure what to do. I guess I’m asking if anyone has had something similar and it’s been something benign? 

  • Hi Piper86,

    I'm sorry to hear you've been experiencing these difficulties - I know it can be difficult when worried about symptoms.

    It's good to hear you have a GP appointment coming up, although I know the waiting is tough. Ahead of your appointment try to make a note of your symptoms and when you noticed any changes, and you can talk all this through with the doctor, and hopefully get some answers or reassurance.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator