I have a lump in my breast ,been getting worse/ bigger.
Have had mammogram and ultrasound , told it is "fat lump". My Mum died aged 60 from a similar undiagnosed breast cancer. My question is , How do you get a scan or other test if the Doctor says it is "just a fat lump" . I have already lost 18kg in 3months and really feel something is not right. Who do I turn to for help?? Any advice very welcome . I am 53yrs old and had Uterine Cancer aged 36 .. Thanks .
Hi Sharon, I was initially told by a doctor at a radiology clinic that my lump was necrotized fat (or dead fat) after having an ultasound and mammogram. I was initially happy with that diagnosis but thankfullly my gp sent me to the breast surgeon to have it investigated further and I was shocked to be told no, it's cancer. Get it checked out by another doctor asap and ask to have a biopsy. Doctors do get things wrong! If you're uneasy - and it's getting bigger - see a different doctor. Good luck, I hope yours is only a fat lump. Janet.
Hi Sharon, I was initially told by a doctor at a radiology clinic that my lump was necrotized fat (or dead fat) after having an ultasound and mammogram. I was initially happy with that diagnosis but thankfullly my gp sent me to the breast surgeon to have it investigated further and I was shocked to be told no, it's cancer. Get it checked out by another doctor asap and ask to have a biopsy. Doctors do get things wrong! If you're uneasy - and it's getting bigger - see a different doctor. Good luck, I hope yours is only a fat lump. Janet.
Welcome to this network where you will get lots of info and support.I think you should get a second opinion too.Perhaps you could have a core biopsy of the area if another doctor orders it? Go with your gut instinct and keep pushing the doctors for answers.You have a cancer history so you need to be sure.
Good luck,I hope it's nothing. Tonya xx
Hi,
I suggest you go to another doctor and see what they advise.
All the best,
Julia
