Breast referral nodular breast

Hello I have suffered with lumpy breast tissue in my left breast for as long as I remember and am constantly breast aware due to my mum and nanny having the horrible disease.

 

ive been referred to the breast clinic again to get this checked out as I am getting breast pain, kind of a dull ache which can go down my arm and a little pain in my back on the same side (but I think this maybe unrelated as I carry my 2 year old on that side). I've also got a lump in my armpit that side which has been checked in the past and was told nothing to worry about. 

Doctor said she don't think there is anything to worry about and just feels like nodular tissue but a nurse previously felt a lump I didn't know existed which is now putting my mind in all sorts of whirlwinds. I had the hospital call to arrange an appointment the same day as my doctors appointment for a week and a half later but they have since cancelled it due to doctor sickness.

 

i don't really know why I'm posting but just wondered if anyone had similar symptoms. I think it maybe a thing called fibrocystic breast but reading about cancer symptoms I think my mind is playing tricks and making me think I have it.  

  • Hello nlondon28

    I'm sorry to hear that you've had some health worries recently. It's natural that you've been feeling more concerned about things given that both your Mum and Nanny have had cancer. 

    I'm glad to hear that you've got an appointment at breast clinic arranged. Hopefully the Consultant will be able to offer you some reassurance about the recent changes that you've had. 

    If you'd like to talk things through with one of our nurses before your appointment then you're welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040 (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm). 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator

  • Hello [@nlondon28]‍ , I wondered when your appointment is? I'm having the same issue, lumpy breast, dull pains, itchy. Could you let us know your outcome? I'm sure you're fine!! 

  • It was originally booked for the Monday just gone but doctor was ill so had to cancel it and it's rebooked for the 23rd. Another week and a half wait ️