Breast Lumps/Cysts

[Meagain24]

Hi all

I have had breast cysts for around 6 years - some years I’ve just been to the breast clinic once a year but other years I have been several times. I last went 9 months ago and was told I have many cysts in both breasts.

I have just found a new lump. This one is large, close to the surface and feels more like a disc than a round shape. When sitting/laying in some positions it doesn’t feel smooth. It’s not the only lump in there - I can feel many. Some I remember have been checked but others I have no idea. There are too many to track.

Every single time I find one I become so worried and it takes over my life until it’s checked. I have no idea which ones are new and every single time they feel different/are in different locations. It’s really difficult to manage. Does anyone else have recurring breast cysts - do you struggle to manage this too or do you have any tips?

Should add this time I am 4 months post partum but not breast feeding and everywhere I read seems to suggests lumps associated with this are usually in people who are breast feeding.

Thanks

I have had a benign lump for many, many years. Can’t remember what it’s called. I asked to get it removed at the time but the consultant refused, said the scarring inside might feel like lumps and cause unnecessary investigations.
Every time I feel mine I worry all over again, so I get how anxious it makes you.