Lump in Breast

I have recently discovered a lump in my breast (39) I am trying my best to stay positive but I can’t help but worry.....my family is still coming to terms with losing my Mum (60) last year to Triple Negative Breast cancer.

I keep thinking of how it would effect them all if it turns out bad for me.....that is killing me (probs not the right thing to say!!!)

As I said I’m trying not to stress about it too much & I am keeping it to myself just now as we have a big family holiday in a few weeks, I was at the doctors today & she said it’s roughly 3cm in size, god love her she was trying to reassure me

She is going to try her best to fast track an appointment for me, hopefully before we go away!

My Mum was diagnosed 4years ago to practically the day & also a matter of weeks before a family holiday

  • Hello Mols, 

    A warm welcome back on our forum although I am so sorry about what brings you back here - I noticed you had posted before on the forum about your mum's battle and passing. I am so sorry for your loss and can totally understand why this has left a deep mark in you and you are probably feeling at the moment that you are reliving what happened to your mum at the time. 

    I know it is really hard not to think about it and about all the circumstantial similarities such as the approaching family holiday, but try not to anticipate what it might be as there are so many different possible explanations. It's very nice of your doctor to have fast tracked your appointment and I hope that you will be seen before you go away and that you get some answers before. The best thing to do though while waiting for results is to keep busy and distracted and avoid looking anything up online. I know this is easier said than done though! 

    I am keeping everything crossed for you that everything turns out fine for you. Do keep us updated if you get a chance. And I really hope you can enjoy a nice and relaxing holiday with your loved ones - I bet you are despite everything very much looking forward to it! 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator