Hi All,

Firstly, the bravery of you guys is truly an inspiration. You're amazing.

I'm a 38 year old male, and I suffer with UC, and have been taking carcinogens to keep me in remission. However over the last few weeks I've noticed a lump under my right nipple, and went to see the GP on Friday.

The GP fully examined me from top to bottom and said she couldn't be sure if it was breast cancer or build up of excess tissue. I'm absolutely terrified by this, especially since I have two very young children.

I'm booked in for a blood test on Monday and I'm waiting on an ultrasound. Will either of these tests confirm a diagnosis, or will I require further tests, biopsy etc? I ask as I feel like I'm in limbo, and I can't help but fear the worst. I suffer with anxiety attacks anyway, so my stress levels are through the roof. How do you get through this period before diagnosis?

Thanks in advance.