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Traej
Traej Member Posts: 4
edited May 2019 in Not Diagnosed But Worried

I am 45, have a long history of breast cancer in fam. Including mom. Mutation negative. I have multiple cysts in my breasts and have had a couple of biopsies. Also had a fibroadenoma. I was due for yearly mammo in December and never got to it. Due for screening mri in June. Was doing a breast exam. I haven’t done one in a long time and felt a lump. That lump seems to be smaller but found a much bigger lump shortly thereafter. I have been waiting about two weeks for diagnostic mammo. That is tomorrow. I keep feeling this lump. I kind of feel like I need to chase it when feeling for it but it is big. And my breast feels weird. Kind of heavy. I am so anxious and scared. I am so mad at myself for not going to get my Mammo in dec. thank you for listening

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  • Buddyrock
    Buddyrock Member Posts: 28
    edited May 2019

    I understand your feelings. The certainty and waiting are difficult to deal with. I have found this site is full of very helpful individuals.

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  • Moderators
    Moderators Member Posts: 25,912
    edited May 2019

    Hi Traej,

    We're so very sorry you're here and worrying, but we're really glad you've found us. You're sure to find our site a helpful, informative, and supportive space. We're all here for you while you wait!

    Please keep us posted on your diagnostic mammogram results -- we'll all be sending good thoughts your way!

    --The Mods

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  • Salamandra
    Salamandra Member Posts: 1,444
    edited May 2019

    Hi Traej,

    Try not to blame yourself. Each of us can only do the best we can. You found a lump and you're following up now. For all you know, a mammogram might not even have found it - mammograms aren't perfect, and lumps grow at different speeds.

    I think the fear and anxiety are normal. Hang in there - do what works for you in terms of distracting yourself/absorbing yourself. Even if it's not cancer, you might have a few hoops to jump through before you can confirm that. If it is cancer, you'll deal with whatever gets put in front of you and we will be here to support you.

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  • Buddyrock
    Buddyrock Member Posts: 28
    edited May 2019

    That is a beautiful message of support. I have saved it as a reminder for when I have tough days in other areas of my life.

    We are here to support you! I’m thinking positive, calming thoughts for you

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  • Traej
    Traej Member Posts: 4
    edited May 2019

    thank you so much

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  • Traej
    Traej Member Posts: 4
    edited May 2019

    I do feel like the lumps show up over night. One time I feel an area and it’s fine and the next it feels like a large lump has appeared. Ugh!!

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  • Traej
    Traej Member Posts: 4
    edited May 2019

    Update: mammogram and ultrasound showed the lumps were simple cysts! I am relieved though I don’t like the idea of them being there. I got the all clear at the centerbut my dr called this afternoon with the report to let me know that a cyst had grown. It is a benign looking cyst. I asked if I should be concerned and he said that I could call a breast surgeon if it bracken bothersome or worrisome. I told him everything worries me lol. So I’m not sure what I should do. For now I will just take a deep breathe!

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  • MelissaDallas
    MelissaDallas Member Posts: 7,268
    edited May 2019

    The only reason to mess with a simple cyst is if it hurts - then you can have it aspirated, but they often fill back up anyway.

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  • Salamandra
    Salamandra Member Posts: 1,444
    edited May 2019

    Great news!

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