Pebble sized deep lump near areola.

E78patterson

Pretty much described it in the subject. I have extensive breast cancer throughout my family, it's pretty much a waiting game for me. My appointment for diagnostics will be Jan. 11th of 2019. 

What should I be expecting the doctor to do? How will this change my life, if any that I'll have after diagnosis?

MDRR

Hello

my experience was a couple of mammograms, a couple of different biopsies and a breast MRI. then I saw the breast surgeon to review all results. she explained what was happening and what my options were. I had my surgeries and then a series of appointments to follow up. Next I met with the oncologist to review my follow-up plan. It's going to be a series of appointments and tests if needed. The waiting for appointments and results will be hard because you just keep focusing on the 'what-ifs'. Once you have any diagnosis and a plan for treatment, it feels so much better because you're no longer waiting around.

try to take one day at a time and keep yourself busy; don't google every type of possibility -- it can drive you crazy! and this community is a wonderful place to ask questions, share experiences and give/receive support.

keep us posted....

E78patterson

Now they moved the appointment to this up coming Monday. I wonder why? I do know that the earlier the better, but I just guess they had a cancellation at the office or something.

Sjacobs146

The less time you have to wait and worry, the better. I wouldn't read anything more than that into it. I assume that your appointment is for a mammogram. They will follow up with an ultrasound if needed. If the ultrasound shows something concerning, they'll likely do an ultrasound guided needle biopsy.

Don't get too far ahead of yourself. It is highly likely that your lump is just a cyst. If it is cancer, BC is highly treatable, you're not going anywhere any time soon. There is most definitely life after diagnosis and treatment

E78patterson

Thank you ladies, my mammo, biopsy, and ultrasound is on the 14th of this month at a specialty hospital. I will try to keep up with the updates as I can.

grannysmith2

Hello, I'm 66 years old with encapsulated breast implants from 1980. Developed right eczema-like lesions on areola and very tingly, almost painful right nipple. Dermatologist did skin scraping and it is definitely eczema, but I already have a diagnostic mammogram scheduled on Jan. 7th so hopefully will be able to talk to a radiologist. Maternal grandmother and maternal aunt had breast cancer, but grandmother waited too long to be diagnosed with some of my symptoms and sadly died at age 57 in 1970. So, yes, I was relieved to hear that it is eczema, but was encouraged to continue testing, possibly having wedge biopsy performed. I've never had eczema before and it seems to be better today but nipple still tingles. Just don't know how much time to spend pursing further testing. I can't discuss this with anyone in the family but my spouse, so any advice will be helpful.

grannysmith2

Hello, I'm 66 years old with encapsulated breast implants from 1980. Developed right eczema-like lesions on areola and very tingly, almost painful right nipple. Dermatologist did skin scraping and it is definitely eczema, but I already have a diagnostic mammogram scheduled on Jan. 7th so hopefully will be able to talk to a radiologist. Maternal grandmother and maternal aunt had breast cancer, but grandmother waited too long to be diagnosed with some of my symptoms and sadly died at age 57 in 1970. So, yes, I was relieved to hear that it is eczema, but was encouraged to continue testing, possibly having wedge biopsy performed. I've never had eczema before and it seems to be better today but nipple still tingles. Just don't know how much time to spend pursing further testing. I can't discuss this with anyone in the family but my spouse, so any advice will be helpful.