Breast issue....sure it's nothing but still worried

Hi everyone

I feel bad to post about something that's probably nothing and take up time but I'm feeling a tad anxious.

I'm a 27yo female. 6 months ago, I had a painful breast abscess (I've never been pregnant nor breastfed) which was treated with antibiotics. A few weeks ago, it came back in the exact same place. Treated again with antibiotics but I asked to be referred for a scan too.

GP did an urgent referral (I wasn't expecting an urgent referral) and I'm going to the breast clinic on Tuesday. My breast has been hurting and burning underneath where the abscess was and it's hurting and burning towards my armpit too.

I'm sure it's nothing but you can't help being anxious I suppose! Has anyone ever had anything similar at all?

Thank you x

  • Hello Puzzlehead

    I'm sorry to hear that you have some ongoing issues with a breast abscess. It's understandable that you're feeling concerned but it's good to hear that you have an appointment lined up this week to get things checked. 

    Hopefully, the team at the breast clinic will be able to give you some answers and reassurance on Tuesday. Try to remember that the majority of women who attend breast clinic aren't diagnosed with cancer. 

    If you want to chat with one o four nurses before your appointment they're available Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm on 0808 800 4040. I'm sure they will be able to give you some advice and support. 

    Let us know how you get on. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator