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Lump in Right Breast and scared
I found a lump in my breast in July, had a mammo/US last week. Neither picked up anything but all techs and doc agreed there is a "speed bump" as the tech called it in m y breast. The tech was very "chill" about it, As she was telling me I was free to go the doc pulled her out. He wanted more mammo pics. As I was leaving the nurse said I need to come back in 6 mos to monitor the lump. She then pulled me aside AGAIN after I was checking out to tell me I needed to get a MRI. I am feeling a little insecure about the findings. The lump wasn't described as anything, ie. calcification, cyst etc. Was that b/c it probably is nothing? The fact that I was getting shuffled around is making me nervous and on top of it all lastnight I was laying in bed and the lump feels bigger already in one week. My husband actually confirmed it and he is one to "poo poo" these types of things. Has anyone had any thing like this happen to them and do lumps grow that quickly?
Hey everyone! Well, I got a mammogram and ultrasound today. Wow, I wasn't expecting the mam. to hurt so much. I already have a 3 inch bruise from it. I really was not too concerned about the lump until the ultrasound. They kind of made a big deal about the blood flow to the lump. It seemed to be alot. Should I be concerned? Also, I have noticed that my breast has gotten larger in the past 2 weeks. Is that a concern? I havn't noticed anyone posting anything like that. I am 36. No history of cancer. I am supposed to have a byopsy on Monday. What do you think?
stacyk - anytime you feel uncomfortable with a doctors decision get a second opinion. During my diagnosis of breast cancer I got a seond opinion at every step starting with my mamo and ultrasound. My insurance was very good at coving all those second opinions also.
Montana girl - I saw my surgeon and he said he was open all of September. For some reason I can't bring myself to make the appointment. No not for some reason. I am scared to death. As you know I have these dam_ panic/anxiety attacks that I can't control so just thinking about another surgry sends me into a panic. Doctor said he would get me very relaxed and that my husband could stay with me until I get to sleep. I wish this fear would go away. I cried most of yesterday because I want so bad to do this but I am such a chicken. I believe if I did not have kids it may be easier. Heaven forbid anything happen during surgery. The stupid thing that keeps going through my head is being orphaned and remembering how angry I was at my mother for not being there. Would my children feel this way about me if something were to happen? I know this sounds unbelievably stupid. Just my thoughts. I do however get really excitied about having new boobs but that feeling doesn't last long. I also try to think how many in Hollywood have facelifts, boob jobs, lipo and you never hear anything about them having complications. I'll keep you posted.
Montana girl - I saw my surgeon and he said he was open all of September. For some reason I can't bring myself to make the appointment. No not for some reason. I am scared to death. As you know I have these dam_ panic/anxiety attacks that I can't control so just thinking about another surgry sends me into a panic. Doctor said he would get me very relaxed and that my husband could stay with me until I get to sleep. I wish this fear would go away. I cried most of yesterday because I want so bad to do this but I am such a chicken. I believe if I did not have kids it may be easier. Heaven forbid anything happen during surgery. The stupid thing that keeps going through my head is being orphaned and remembering how angry I was at my mother for not being there. Would my children feel this way about me if something were to happen? I know this sounds unbelievably stupid. Just my thoughts. I do however get really excitied about having new boobs but that feeling doesn't last long. I also try to think how many in Hollywood have facelifts, boob jobs, lipo and you never hear anything about them having complications. I'll keep you posted.
Where are you in your menstrual cycle? Cysts are lumps that also cause soreness. Lumps and soreness really worry most women, but remember most problems turn out fine. I think second opinions are a good idea, especially for peace of mind.
Do you have a surgery coming up this month?
No chances that I am pregnant. I wish though!
I did speak with my P.A. and she told me that the ultrasound showed prominence in my breast. Whatever that means??? I am over 30 (34) and am wondering if I should get a second opinion and request a mammogram? I've been doing some reading about Ultrasounds and found out that ultrasounds do not detect certain cancers. I also read that for women over 30 that a mammogram is used in coordination with an ultrasound, but they did not give me an ultrasound because they said my tissue was to dense. My P.A. told me to keep my eye on the lumps and call her if they change in anyway. I am still scared as I feel that I still don't have a real explanation about why the lumps are in my breast. I don't have kids and so i am confused as to why my ducts are affected.
I read that you sould go to a ACR accredited facilty because they have the best technology. The place I had my Ultrasound done is not accredited in Ultrasound or Mammograms. Actually the hosipital that I went to has a very bad reputation and many of the residents who live in the area actually travel to go to a better facility. I do think that I will have a second opinion just to give me peace of mind. (hopefully)
I did speak with my P.A. and she told me that the ultrasound showed prominence in my breast. Whatever that means??? I am over 30 (34) and am wondering if I should get a second opinion and request a mammogram? I've been doing some reading about Ultrasounds and found out that ultrasounds do not detect certain cancers. I also read that for women over 30 that a mammogram is used in coordination with an ultrasound, but they did not give me an ultrasound because they said my tissue was to dense. My P.A. told me to keep my eye on the lumps and call her if they change in anyway. I am still scared as I feel that I still don't have a real explanation about why the lumps are in my breast. I don't have kids and so i am confused as to why my ducts are affected.
I read that you sould go to a ACR accredited facilty because they have the best technology. The place I had my Ultrasound done is not accredited in Ultrasound or Mammograms. Actually the hosipital that I went to has a very bad reputation and many of the residents who live in the area actually travel to go to a better facility. I do think that I will have a second opinion just to give me peace of mind. (hopefully)
Just wondering if there is any chance you could be pregnant? This may sometimes cause the soreness. Please have it checked.
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