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brejim
brejim Member Posts: 39
edited June 2014 in High Risk for Breast Cancer

I have atypical hyperplasia and have had a lumpectomy as well as two core biopsies in the past 2 years. I cannot take Tamoxafin as I have a genetic mutation which can cause blood clotting.

I am currently scheduled for my 6 month mammogram July 10th. I felt a lump this morning in the shower in the breast I've had issues in?

I'm wondering if it could be scar tissue but my lumpectomy was a year and a half ago? I'm trying not to get upset but you all know how that goes!!!!

Any thoughts?

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  • Bren-2007
    Bren-2007 Member Posts: 6,241
    edited June 2014


    Hi Brejim,

    The lump could be anything, including a cyst or scar tissue.  Years before I was diagnosed, I had very cystic breasts.  They were full of lumps that could be felt and moved.  Sometimes they even hurt a bit.

    Even now after 2 biopsies and a lumpectomy, I still find lumps ... and it does cause me to be alarmed.  My surgeon and PCP have assured me the lumps and bumps are scar tissue.

    It's a shame you have to wait until July 10th for the mammogram.  Waiting is the worst part of this entire situation.  Any chance you can get that mammogram moved up?  It might relieve some of your fears.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Bren

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  • brejim
    brejim Member Posts: 39
    edited June 2014

    Thanks Bren. My follow up  6 month was already scheduled on July 10th so I can wait until then. 

    I feel like every time I go, they find something. UGH....Let you know soon :)

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  • Bren-2007
    Bren-2007 Member Posts: 6,241
    edited June 2014


    Brejim ... stay in touch.  I'll keep you in my thoughts and we'll wait for July 10th together!

    hugs,

    Bren

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  • NeelCancer
    NeelCancer Member Posts: 5
    edited June 2014

    Hey Brejim, Don't worry everything gonna be alright just stay positive. Fix your appointment with good doctor for second opinion it will give you some relief.

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  • brejim
    brejim Member Posts: 39
    edited June 2014

    One thing I do have going for me. Some of best doctors in world here in Boston!

    Thanks :)

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  • Bren-2007
    Bren-2007 Member Posts: 6,241
    edited June 2014


    Hi Brejim ... so good to hear you've got wonderful doctors there in Boston.  One of my closest friends is in a clinical trial at the hospital there.  She's Stage IV and doing well on the trial. 

    I'm sure your doctors are on top of everything.  The worst part now is waiting for the mammogram.

    hugs,

    Bren

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