Small breast lump

Hi everyone 

I found a tiny lump at the side of my breast nearly in my armpit about 5 weeks ago , I went to see my doctor 2 times and she put it down to a gland or hair follicle blocked , I seen a different doctor and she has referred me the breast clinic in the mater hospital just wondering how long referrals take I'm so nervous , I'm 34 

  • I went to my GP on Monday and I had my referral in the post on Thursday for a week on Monday! I think a rule of thumb for a breast referral is 2 weeks.  Try not to stress, I'm trying and failing but I'm keeping busy and that's certainly helping! I found a small lump last Saturday night, went to the GP and she felt hardening tissue which will hopefully be nothing, I have noticed my right breast is very veiny where I can't see my veins in the left.  The right is the one with the lump.  I'm 37, I got fobbed off about 5 months ago because of my age.  Good luck and let us know how you get on and I will too x 

  • Oh I have that veiny look to my right breast as well and Google is just doing me no good ! I also have HS skin condition so it's hard to know what's ok and what's not when it comes to lumps, I'm trying to keep busy , I hope your appointment goes well for you xx 

  • Google is the devil, I've tried to stay away too...however the more I read the better prepared I feel.  Plan for the worst but hope for the best, it's done me well so far! Same to you Xx