Last Summer I found a lump in my right armpit, I left it for about 6 weeks because I hate going to the doctor and was scared stiff.  I was fast tracked within two weeks.  Mammograms, proved lump nothing sisister and right breast clear.  However they found extensive calcification in my left breast, so I had to have a core biopsy, thankfully this turned out to be innocent.  Hope that my experience might make you feel a little less anxious.

Thank you. That is good to hear things were fine for you. It is a worrying time. I saw a consultant yesterday and he said it isn't a lymph node and that none of my lymph nodes are enlarged which is a good sign. He has referred me to another hospital for a mammogram and ultrasound next Tuesday afternoon and I will get the results the same day. It's my first mammogram and wish I had been having it without already having a lump as it has increased my worry about what they will say. Hope it's ok and trying to keep my mind off it until then.

The worry and waiting is so very hard to cope with, the actual procedures are the easy part.  No point in me saying don't worry, that would be calling the kettle black, but wishing all the best and I'm sure that all will be good. 

Thank you so much. Let you know how it goes x

I had my mammogram and ultrasound today after finding a lump in the middle of my armpit. very pleased to say everything turned out to be fine. The lump was just muscle tissue below the bone in the middle of my arm. I am relieved and grateful to everyone who was kind and came on here to message me. Thank you so much. 
the specialist also said that he recommends having a mammogram from 40 years of age then every year or 18 months. I couldn't wait for my NHS so have had to pay for mine but it was worth it for peace of mind. The mammogram was £198. Hope this helps someone.

Cath, I am so happy for you!  Sharing experiences, helps so much whatever the outcome, and your  post will give much comfort to others who are going through anxious times xx

Thank you. Glad you were fine as well. It has made me more aware and I will get regular checks now and the monthly self examination which I have to admit I didn't do. Xx

Thank you. Glad you were fine as well. It has made me more aware and I will get regular checks now and the monthly self examination which I have to admit I didn't do. Xx