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Worried about breast clinic appointment

Rudy17
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Hi all, 

I have an appointment on Thursday after finding 3 lumps in my right breast. I have really large, quite lumpy breasts so I wasn't too worried when I saw my Dr. It was actually the pain that pushed me to see the Dr more than anything. 
 

Anyway, the Dr was quite concerned about the lump that is under my breast, sort of in the crease. It is harder and smaller than the other two - those are at the top part and are tender to touch. I have have 2 previous referrals to the clinic in the last 10 years but both have been ok. I'm quite scared about going this time though and it's worse that I have to go alone due to Covid. 
 

I am 47 so my initial thoughts were that I'm getting closer to the menopause age and this may be the cause of my breast changes. What I'm struggling with more than anything is the pain, both in my breast and my back. I was prescribed codeine but it's still unbearable and it's really affecting my daily life. I wanted to ask if anyone has any kind of experience similar to mine? I don't really have anyone to talk to and my emotions are all over the place. 
 

Thanks in advance.

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    Fudy17

    Hi Rudy17 ,I'm sorry to read that your having problems with your right breast abd have found some lumps,I know its frightening, but going to see your GP was the best thing you could of done.  I kniw how scared you must be feeling about your appointment you have coming up at tge breast clinic, as I have been through this myself,and having to go through it all on your own because of covid is though I know.  

    But please try to stsy positive  as there are many things other than Cancer ,that this could be,as you know yourself having been before, as you have said in your post. I do hope this is the case but if it is not you will be in safe hands and well looked after. P.lease  do keep us updated and hopefully it won't be anything  but if it is there are many of us in this chat room who will be here to help you with anything you need to talk about. Xxx 

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    Hi there, 

    Thanks very much for your reply and your kind words. I am trying really hard to stay positive,  I know it's probably nothing but it's hard not to worry. I haven't got much longer to wait for my appointment which  I'm thankful for. 
     

    Its comforting to know there are others here who have had to go through the same thing and if there is any kind of issue I know that I can come to people here for advice. 
     

    Thanks again xx

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