Breast lump - terrified it's going to be bad news

I’ve found a large lump in my breast, went to the GP and they said it’s approximately 4cm. Its just seems to have appeared out of nowhere! Back in June, my armpit was feeling sore (the pain probably lasted about a month) so since then I have been checking my breasts very regularly and this seems to have just come overnight. It feels sort of like an egg but I can’t be sure and it’s somewhat moveable. Also since finding it, it feels like it’s aching (if that makes sense) and also since going to the GP my back and neck have been aching terribly. I’m so terrified that it’s going to be bad news and all I see online and on tiktok are the scary stories. I feel like I’m spiralling and don’t know what to do

  • Welcome to the forum Pandapop29 although I'm sorry for the stress and worry this breast lump is causing.

    Our members know how scary and unsettling this time can be, so you are not alone, and hopefully you will receive some support and advice from them soon.

    I hope this guide we have on how to cope with waiting for news and these tips the NHS have on managing anxiety will help to calm your mind but if you'd like to talk things through with one of our cancer nurses, you can give them a call on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m. They're very understanding and will do all they can to support you.

    Good luck Pandapop29. We're thinking of you and will have our fingers crossed for good news.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator