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breast lumps
hi all, I'm new.
I found a lump on my right breast 2 years ago. I had a biopsy done but never found out the results ( doctor told me if there wasn't anything wrong he wouldn't contact me). recently I noticed the lump had gotten bigger so I went and saw a doctor ( my doctor was on leave) and this female doctor told me she could not feel anything and I was just scaring myself. after leaving that appointment I still didn't feel right, so I got a second opinion, this time the new doctor didn't examine me properly ( tried to feel the lump with my bra on) but she told me to go and get an ultrasound done. I did so yesterday and instead of finding one lump they have found a few, I have the ultersound images and she has marked out my axilla lymph nodes. the lady who did my ultrasound didn't say too much compared to the first one I had on my breast 2 years ago. I'm a little worried, anyone have any advice? regards Hannah.
I found a lump on my right breast 2 years ago. I had a biopsy done but never found out the results ( doctor told me if there wasn't anything wrong he wouldn't contact me). recently I noticed the lump had gotten bigger so I went and saw a doctor ( my doctor was on leave) and this female doctor told me she could not feel anything and I was just scaring myself. after leaving that appointment I still didn't feel right, so I got a second opinion, this time the new doctor didn't examine me properly ( tried to feel the lump with my bra on) but she told me to go and get an ultrasound done. I did so yesterday and instead of finding one lump they have found a few, I have the ultersound images and she has marked out my axilla lymph nodes. the lady who did my ultrasound didn't say too much compared to the first one I had on my breast 2 years ago. I'm a little worried, anyone have any advice? regards Hannah.
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- Fingers crossed for you that its just fatty tissue and you go on the list for a further scan in one years time. <3
- Hannahjane I would consider ringing the Drs surgery to ssk if your results are back and if so see if you can have an earlier appointment. The wheels are in motion but it is the waiting that is the hardest. As the others have said ask for a referral to a specialist if it's not offered.
If it is why we are all here then there is a wealth of information to help you through.
One step at a time deep breaths and try and have a nice weekend.
Please come back and let us know. Take care sending you a virtual hug - Hi don't waste time if your not happy, it is your body get a referall to a breast surgeon they are the expeerts
- Hi Hannah, so sorry that you are dealing with this at 20 years old. I have personally found gps can only help so much. I agree with the others to get a referral to a breast surgeon. Reason being is, thats their specialty and the one to see. The chances that it's cancer is small but for your own piece of mind follow it through. Please let us know how you go. I wish you the very best and sending you hugs. Rita xo
- Hi Hannahjane. No doubt this whole experience has been distressing for you but remember you are the one in control. I agree with the other ladies and think you should consider asking for a referral to a breast surgeon. The best possible way to be sure is called a triple assessment and that includes a manual exam by a qualified doctor, imaging and a biopsy. All three together are common practice and you have every right to request this. I hope it all works out ok for you. Please let us know how you get on.
Take Care. Polly - Even a rebiew by a breast surgeon for breast density and future pissible issues with lumps is not a waist of time. Ask for referral regardless at your appointment. The surgeon will want copies of your breast films also.
- I'm just seeing my gp on Thursday, ill see what is said on Thursday then I can go from there
- Hannahjane, stick with your gut feelings and don't rest till you've got answers that make sense to you. There are plenty of doctors out there if you're not satisfied with how they treat you. Wish you luck for a great out come, hugs to you, Linda
- It's wise to check it out, that may be caused by a number of things but as everyone else has advised some specialist examination as soon as possible is the ticket. Are you seeing a GP on Thursday or a breast specialist?
- thanks for the advice everyone xx........ quick question, my breast ( right one) and my axilla lymph nodes are swollen at the moment, is that something to be really concerned about? please note ( I am 20 years old)
