Bilateral Mastectomy in 2009 - Lump on Non-Cancer Side

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yasminv1
yasminv1 Member Posts: 238
edited June 2014 in Not Diagnosed With a Recurrence or Metastases but Concerned

I had bilateral mastectomy in 2009. After reconstruction was all finished I noticed near the area where my nipple was reconstructed that there was a flat hard spot. We never thought anything of it thinking it was just scar tissue. A couple weeks ago the area felt larger and more like a lump instead of feeling flat. I saw my breast surgeon yesterday and he sent me to get an Ultrasound. The radiologist said the lump I felt was not a mass and it was subcutaneous. Not sure what "IT" is but it feels like a lump. Anyhow, the radiologist seemed to act like it was nothing and I don't think he is recommending biopsy/excision. Waiting on my breast surgeon to call me. I feel uneasy.. I don't know if I should insist on having a biopsy if this thing isn't a mass. I still feel a lump. Has anyone gone through something similar?

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  • Karen3
    Karen3 Member Posts: 307
    edited January 2014

    Hiyasminv1 - I haven't had your particular problem. I would just advise you to monitor the area for changes. If it is anything to worry about, you will know soon enough. This is a tough journey we are all on but just remain vigilant. If you feel the 'lump' is changing / growing in size, get back to your surgeon. All the best to you! Karen.

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  • shorfi
    shorfi Member Posts: 791
    edited February 2014


    Hi Karen 3...just wanted to say I am glad to see you moving beyond cancer. I too, was diagnosed as TN IDC and was scared to death. It is so encouraging to see that you are doing fine and I just wanted you to know that.

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  • yasminv1
    yasminv1 Member Posts: 238
    edited April 2014

    just an update. My breast surgeon wants to watch this lump and thinks it is fatty tissue but he acts like he may not be 100% sure. He suggested I see my plastic surgeon to see if he has ever seen a situation like mine. I'll see him in a couple weeks to see what his thoughts are.  I also see my oncologist this month so I will get his opinion too. We will see if we leave it alone or excise it. 

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  • Bexter3
    Bexter3 Member Posts: 61
    edited April 2014

    )-: feeling for you, going through similar...

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