Fibroadenomas

Hi everyone, 

 

I have had my first breast exam today and although the gp was certain it was a Fibroadenoma I'm extremely worried for my ultrasound referral. I am 11 weeks pregnant and although uncommon to get breast cancer during pregnancy I also feel I have swollen/ sore armpit has anyone else had similar issues with a fibroadenoma? The Gp was in 2 minds weather to refer me or not which is a good sign as he was almost certain this was a fibroadenoma but the fact he still referred me is still causing me concern. 
 

Any recommendations would be appreciated from all you brave people x

  • Hello Sophminsh, 

    I just wanted to welcome you to our forum. I hope you won't have to wait too long for your ultrasound referral. I can imagine it must be a very stressful time for you while waiting to find out more. It's good that the GP was thorough and referred you even though he seemed certain it was fibroadenoma.

    I know it is really hard but try not to worry too much or anticipate what it might be. The best thing to do to avoid thinking too much about this is to keep busy and distracted if you can and avoid looking things up online. I can imagine it is hard for you to do this at the moment but it will help you feel a little less anxious. 

    I hope you will also hear from others here who have been through all this before and that they will be along soon to share their story with you. 

    Keeping everything crossed for you that everything turns out fine. 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator