Lumps found in breast my baby wouldn’t breastfeed from.

Hi everyone, just wondered if anyone who was diagnosed with breast cancer found that their baby wouldn't breastfeed from that breast? 

When I had my little one she would only breastfeed from my right breast, at the start anytime I tried to latch her onto the left she would take a few mouthfuls then vomit it all back up, after less than a week she point blank refused to latch on the left at all. After talking to a breastfeeding specialist we came to the conclusion that she was just fussy and preferred the right side position. Hey whatever, as long as she was fed I didn't care too much.

Fast forward 6 months standing in the showering, a simple thought of I wonder why she doesn't like this one and picking the breast up while I questioned it I noticed a lump. When I let the breast go it disappeared, it was so deep that's why I hadn't noticed.

I phoned the doctors and got checked over, she found two lumps. Now I'm waiting for tests at the hospital, I still have 11 days to wait. My baby is now 8 months old, if it's cancer I have no idea how long I have had it for, I'm beginning to worry to the point I can hardly sleep.

I am only 33, have only told my partner and mum but don't really talk about it as I don't want to worry them too much.

Anyone else find themselves in this situation?

  • Hello Cowie8591

    I'm sorry to hear that you've recently found a breast lump. I know that it can be an incredibly scary time waiting for that appointment at the breast clinic but it's good to know that you have a date. Hopefully, the team will be able to give you some answers and reassurance on the day. 

    It's natural to question how long the lumps may have been there and if they did have any impact on your little one's choice to now. Unfortunately pondering those questions will leave you feeling more anxious about things. We know that it often helps to talk things through and I'd really encourage you to give our team of nurses a call to chat with them. I'm sure they will be able to give you some advice, information, and support ahead of your appointment. If you'd like to chat with them they're available Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Try to take things a day at a time Cowie8591. It may help to try and remember that the vast majority of people who attend breast clinic are not diagnosed with cancer. 

    Do let us know how you get on. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator