Severe pain

I had a certain amount of discomfort with the lump I had. That was actually what caused me to find it - trying to locate the source of that pain. But it was nothing like what you describe.

Have you had a biopsy yet? Check with your PCP about what you can take for the pain. Some pain meds (aspirin, ibuprofen) can cause problems with blood thinning and problems with clotting and would probably be discouraged before a biopsy.

Heather...so sorry you are suffering. Honestly I have never heard of anyone having severe pain in breast from BC. There are those who have mild to moderate pain though. Could you possibly be having chest wall pain instead ?

Hi Heather, my ultrasound also showed a complex cyst that is pretty painful, especially when poked at. It definitely hurts more closer to my period than other times of the month but the pain is pretty bad and it's hard to do things like even walk up or down the stairs. For me it helps to wear a tight bra which seems counter intuitive but then they move around less and that feels better. I think I asked the radiologist if this was normal but I can't remember what she said. I would be curious to know what the breast surgeon says, I wasn't referred to one but I am considering going to one at some point. Keep us updated!

Hi Djmammo, thanks for the advice! One radiologist told me I could aspirate to relieve pain and possibly make it go away. A different radiologist told me there is no point in aspirating and I would need surgery if I want to remove it. I guess when a cyst is complex it has liquid and solid components so aspirating might or might not help?

But Heather you might want to ask about aspiration- maybe your cyst is more liquidy than mine

Hi Heather, just wanted to let you know I am experiencing the same. Lightning strike pain (good description) every 5 to 10 minutes of left breast. On the underside towards the middle of chest but no constant throbbing. I hope someone has a suggestion for pain relief. I don't like ibuprofen. I had a mammogram last Dec. When my left breast was squashed I felt a lot of unusual pain all over my breast which I did not feel in the right. Results were no cancer. It is worrisome and quite frightening having to endure this pain regularly. I only wear a bra when I have to go out! The pain has increased over the last few months. I have an appt at the rapid breast clinic on Wednesday. I have no idea what they are going to do. When you see your surgeon how long will you have to stay in hospital? I hope all goes well for you.