Had a breast ultrasound being referred for mammogram at 29

I had an ultrasound back in April on my right breast due to breast pain. Everything was normal. I saw my consultant again three weeks ago as still ongoing breast pain. I demanded a scan as he was happy that there was nothing wrong. I had a breast ultrasound today and the radiographer said there was a small area of concern and she didn't know what it was so has said I need to have a mammogram and possibly a biopsy next week. My anxiety is through the roof as my mum is battling stage 3 breast cancer at 48. I am only 29 and a mum myself, and as you can imagine sacred. I know they said you shouldn't google but when I googled, they said ultrasounds are more affective than mammograms so I am upset and confused why they couldn't tell me more if they are better. I only have to wait a week but still so scared as they don't know what they saw today  

  • Hello Cjohn91,

    When you are worried that you may have cancer, it can be tempting to think the worst or look for answers online, but this can end up increasing anxiety rather than making you feel better. And the only person that can diagnose you is your doctor. If you're finding things a little overwhelming Anxiety UK has some great resources on their website. It might help to write down any questions you have ahead of the next appointment and have a notebook with you.

    I hope this is helpful,

    Moderator Anastasia