To visit GP with Breast Lump

[MinnyMouse]

As I am sure it's just nothing. However deep down I must be concerned as I've not slept properly.

Back story

Father recently died suddenly. Grieving and stressed and super busy at work.

At the end of last week I treated myself to an aromatherapy message and lady commented my 'right arm/pit' was different to left. She recommended getting checked out.

For several months now I have been waking with back pain if laid on back and chest wall pain if laid on side and generally achy painy around shoulders - just thought age creeping up on me to be honest.

This weekend had a feel about chest & back area where it's been hurting and found a lump near the chest wall. DH had a feel (several times over the weekend) and confirmed definitely a lump. Strange thing is difficult to feel if standing, more prominent when laid down on back.

It's upper right breast, near chest wall. Feels flattish, firm and about 15mm in diameter.

I realise I am doing the right thing in going to GP this morning before work.

I'm really hoping it's not anything sinister :(

Hi Minny, I didn't want to read and run. I hope all goes well for you and that you get the biopsy / MRI you need for your peace of mind.

Thank you for your swift replies - you ladies are so supportive.

Hi Lumpen no it doesn't move although it's easier to feel when I'm stood up as it's near top of breast. When laid down it can be felt deep into the tissue - it dosent seem to move but my breast tissue spreads around it when I lay down.

Hi London - I went to GP yesterday and she has referred me to breast clinic. My appointment is Next Wednesday 15th October. So under circumstances of dense breast tissue I was going to ask for an MRI and needle biopsy.

Thank you Choco :)

I am kinda stressing and keep feeling panicked which I don't have time to indulge in as really need to be delivering at work, which is particularly stressful at the moment. I suppose it's the not knowing rather than any possible outcome - if worst case scenario happens & bc is diagnosed outcomes are so good now.

Like anyone's life ive got other stress as well as selling home (and not enjoying the psychological game playing the bloody estate agents try to engage you in) and also my fathers inquest is in 4 weeks.

Thank heavens for Mumsnet and it's lovely generous members - it provides a safe place to offload xx

Xx

Minny. Agree re bc rates. Mum was told that when they found out she had it. 6 years plus now and all clear. Sorry re your father. Try and do something each day that relaxs you be it going for a coffee with a friend, go for a swim, a walk....

You're so right London! As it's my day off I am going to take my dogs out for a walk in the sunshine xx