Anxious about breast pain

I noticed a weird feeling, a slight bit of tension, around my right armpit area a few weeks ago but i checked and there were no lumps and it wasn't swollen so I thought it would go away. After it didn't go away, I've been constantly checking my breasts and prodding at parts and now I'm noticing some bruising and pain which my anxious brain is telling me is a problem! Does anyone have any advice for keeping my mind at ease and how to prevent the pain from constantly checking myself 

  • Hello Purdicle, 

    If you feel that something isn't quite right about your breasts even if there are no lumps and you are noticing something that wasn't there before, I think it would be a good idea to talk to your GP about it. Your doctor will be in the best position to give you the reassurance you need at the moment. Do mention this bruising and pain and ask whether it is linked to the fact you are constantly checking yourself or if they need to have a little look at it. 

    Don't worry too much about it but do give your doctor a call just for peace of mind. 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator