Armpit and arm pain with lump in breast

so I have this lump in my breast as I've mentioned before on here (sorry to keep going on about it)

A bit of good news is the lump seems to be shrinking, :shocked: it felt massive before and although it still feels considerably big it just doesn't feel as big or the same as before, in a good way, which I think is a huge positive! :grin:
 

I'm still going for my urgent referral in 10 days though, don't worry. 

Only trouble is I've got this pain under my armpit, quite deep. Came after the lump, and it will not go, I think about it every waking moment. It's quite badly limiting me at the moment, My arm also feels kind of 'dead' and achey too. I did see a doctor about it who says he thinks it's muscleskeletol. He didn't detect any swelling or lumps either which is good. But it doesn't feel muscular though. 


I want to feel happy about this lump seeming to shrink but instead I feel all worried about this armpit / radiating arm pain, please help me. :cry: 

 

I'm beside myself with worry at the point, how am I supposed to wait another 9 days for this appointment?? It's killing me. :(

 

  • Hi Lucylou2,

    I can understand that any new symptoms can often be worrying. Try to focus on the fact that you have this appointment coming up, which will be an opportunity to get answers about all of this, as well as to discuss your concerns and any questions with the specialist.

    I know the waiting is always difficult. It can be easier said than done, but try to take things a day at a time, and focus on things you enjoy and keeping yourself busy to help keep your mind off things.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator