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Pain in breast but no lump - should I be concerned?

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EvaBeaversProtege · 17/07/2014 18:49

I keep getting a pain I can only describe as a sharp tugging sensation in my left breast.

It comes in waves, isn't there constantly and I can't find a lump. The nipple hasn't changed, there's no puckering, no discharge from nipples etc.

I don't know whether to be concerned. My sister has had breast cancer (diagnosed 2 years ago & she's just out the other end of it, finished herceptin but is on tamoxifen).

I know basic common sense says "go to GP" but I have no symptoms that would be typical, have I?

I'm waiting to see a gynae re: cysts on my uterus & wondered if there may be a connection.

Does anyone have any advice? Usually I discuss health worries with my family but 5 weeks ago my brother's wife was diagnosed with breast cancer (she's had surgery, waiting on chemo, whereas my sister had chemo then surgery) and I don't want to cause them any further anxiety.

Thanks for any advice.

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Cocolepew · 17/07/2014 20:19

Definitely mention it, especially because of your sister.
Maybe post on the Tamoxifen thread for advice?

EvaBeaversProtege · 17/07/2014 20:35

Thanks coco for replying.

It may be a few weeks before I see my GP anyway due to holidays etc.

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