Breast lump with dull arm ache... is this normal?

Hi everyone, 

This forum has been really helpful to me from finding a lump to having my appointment and needle biopsy. My question that i have that I can’t seem to find an answer to is, has anyone else experienced a horrible dull ache in the arm that is the same side as the lump? This has been happening more over the last two weeks and I also get the same dull ache in my lower leg on the same side. Also (probably has nothing to do with it) but a weak feeling and heavy feeling at the back/base of my head. I’m trying not to look too much into it but as its all the same side as the lump, I’m starting to panic. They said biopsy results should be 2-3 weeks. Will I find out sooner if it’s not good news? I’m 37 with 3 children and am finding it hard to act normal and not show I’m panicked about something x

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    Hi Dolly,

    Try not to panic. If these are all related the staff at the breast clinic will deal with them. However, when we are waiting to be seen, many of us find other symptoms, which tend to disappear afterwards. It is all too easy to let your imagination run away with you.

    A lipoma is just a fatty lump.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

  • Yeah I totally understand that it really does run away with you I remembering symptoms I had months ago and my mind is running away with me going what that a symptom and I ignored it thank you all for your lovley comments and reassurance this site is really settling me while I wait thank you so so much ️ You really are amazing people ️ And I thank you all as I only have this chat really to talk about it untill I know what's going on x

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    Hi Dolly,

    It is often easier to talk to people who have experience of cancer, rather than upsetting family and friends. Many people don't want to tell people until they get a diagnosis.

    Just remember that we are always here for you and we know exactly what you are going through.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

  • Did you get results as am awaiting breast clinic and also have the same symptoms xx

  • How many lumps did u have sorry I have 3 and all the same symptoms as you have x

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    Hi Dolly,

    As it was some time ago that Donmac was complaining of these symptoms, I thought that I would put your mind to rest. As far as I remember she finally, got the all clear after she was told that she had a fibroadenoma.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

  • Aww thank you so much !! I just seen her post and thought they are exactly what i am getting and when she said she convinced her self it had already gone to her bones that's what I have done well did do now I've read that post I feel a lot more calmer about the situation but ovs am prepared for both thank you so much from the bottom of my heart for keeping me sane ️X

  • Hello,

    I really wish I'd found this discussion before I opened up my own, it literally describes everything I'm going through, from the pain in my breast and arm, the lump in my breast, the anxiety of having a small child and wondering what is going on inside my body. My drs app is on Wednesday having been delayed for 2 weeks and with the pain starting in my breast now I'm struggling to remain calm about what it could be, my mind wanders so far I literally feel like I'm living my last days. I know this sounds dramatic and I am seeking help for my anxiety but having read through all of these posts I know I'm not alone in my symptoms. Whether it is cancer or not there is always someone to talk to.

    I notice alot don't always put their results up from their breast clinic app, I assume they have the all clear.

     

    Your words are very caring and calming Jolamine and I would like to thank you for that.

  • Hi L,

    I'm sorry you're feeling so anxious. Is it your first Dr appt on Wednesday? 
     

    im having a really tough evening too. I've gone from being positive last week and convinced my lump had reduced to now being sure it's the worst possible scenario. Try and stay away from Google etc. (I don't practice what I preach but I know it doesn't help)

    try keeping busy. I'm at my best when I'm just being normal and not alone with my thoughts.

  • Hi there,

    Thanks for your reply. I'm sorry to hear you're having a tough evening too. I feel we can always pass on good advice to others but struggle to practice what we preach:)

    Do you have a drs app soon? Yeh first one is this Wednesday, I'm almost tempted to ring tomorrow to see if they can change it for tomorrow but i should just stick with Wednesday. 

    I've spoken to people at work about lumps and stuff and it's surprising how many people go through these symptoms. Do you find it changes with your cycle. I'm ovulating  now and I'm putting my pain down to that maybe?