Lump in Right Breast and scared

[Katie01]

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?

[Montana girl 06]

I thought more about your previous comment. From following the ladies on the other thread, I think they have real breast problems and I don't think their long, drawn out stories are made up. One gal referred to blogging at this site. I think some of the ladies just use that thread to blog about everything happening in their life rather than just breast problems.

[Montana girl 06]

I look forward to your posts from both of you to hear how you're doing. I hope a counselor can help with your anxiety. I recently read an article in a Prevention magazine about hypnosis and the many ways it can help. It can relieve pain, cutting down on hospital recovery, amount of medication and overall recouperation. A few years ago I would have laughed at that. But, I'm learning there are some great benefits in alternative medicine. It's important to find a well-trained and qualified person, of course. I have a number of food and outdoor allergies. After shots, sub-lingual drops, trying to stay away from the foods, etc. I got fed up and decided to try accupressure. I can't believe how much better I feel. No more stomach aches or cough from milk products (which was my worst problem.) No more feeling so hungry I felt nauseus. I also had an accupressure treatment for hot flashes and night sweats which made me miserable this summer. I have had only mildly warm feelings since then. I laughed at the first treatment because it seemed so strange. I consider myself a very sensible person, and just couldn't believe it could help (even though 2 friends vouched for it.) I don't know that alternative medicine helps everyone, but neither does western medicine. Anyway, it's just a thought. Boninclyde - I'm sure I know what posts your speaking of. Are you suspicious they are bogus or do you know more about them and know they're bogus?
I hope you get your surgery scheduled quickly and get this over with. I will keep praying.

[ziggy123]

I am happy to hear of your decision. I know what you mean about the panic feelings as I have been experiencing them since the summer. I have decided to seek that help of a counselor who I hope can help me work through my fears of anything that has to do with the medical profession. For you, I think that having the surgery will help to ease you mind and perhaps allow you to move on. By that, I do not mean that it will erase the last year, but it might give you some peace of mind. I think of you and Montana girl and keep you both in my prayers.

[boninclyde]

susu4u I am not sure if cyst have blood flowing to them. I have friend that have extremely large breast that say they have bruised. Anytime there is a lump they want to get the best views possible by squeezing as hard as possible. They really put mine through the ringer though they did not bruise. You can go to breastcancer.org for lots of help from ladies that may know. They are changing their site and it is harder for me to manuver around but you use to go there click on community support and join the discussion board. Scan through the topics until you find where you may want to post your questions. You will usually get responses very quickly.

Montana - Thats is a good idea. I woke this morning so tired of worring about the surgery I decided Monday just to schedule it and get it over with. Maybe this is what I need, to be exhuasted from worring about it. Just to get it over with. I can always back out right. Just kidding. The surgeon does have small kids and I do like him more this visit than when I saw him a year ago. He was more patient. I had explained to his nurse about my attacks so he explained things in more detail so I would no what to expect.  He also said he and his nurse (which I met also and liked) would stay with me every step of the way. He said he will be drawing on me for about 45 minutes and I could not have anything for nerves then because he needs me upright and not all droopy and falling over. Sounds fun right? You know when you have a masectomy you can't use that side for blood pressure or blood draws so I wonder how they put in all those fluids and meds? Reckon it all goes in one arm now? I'll (or someone) will let you know once I schedule this I do want it to go fast. I told them once I get to the hospital I want this to go fast so I don't have time to think about it. During pre-op for my masectomy I laid there for hours because they got behind shcedule. It is a 2-2 1/2 hour procedure and couple of hours in recovery then I get to come home so I am excited about not having to stay in the hospital.
I also wanted to warn you of someone posting on some forums (I want call names). They get a kick out of fitting in here and there with supposied biopsies and numerous other problems only to not post back or string out these long can't get no answer, can't get know answer from the doctors type post. They say they are Christian, they pray and prey if you know what I mean. I don't understand how anyone gets there kicks from watching others suffer or wanting to play Gods assistant. Just thought I would give you heads ups. You seem smart (I guess that goes with your teaching territory) and have probaly already seen the post. Chat more later.

[Montana girl 06]

I've never gotten a bruise from a mammogram, and I've had a lot of them. Sounds like they were squeezing awfully tight. My techs always ask how I'm doing and if it's too tight. (I do a lot of business there, lol, so I guess they want me to come back.) I'm not very familiar with your symptoms so I can't be of much help. I imagine bloodflow to a lump could mean a lot more bleeding in a biopsy. I would be sure to tell them on Monday that your breast has gotten larger. I hope your proceedure goes well. I'll pray for you.

[Montana girl 06]

I'm really sorry you have to deal with the panic attacks in addition to everything else. You don't need ANY more stress. But, you are waaaaaaay too strong a fighter to leave your husband and children behind. You are going to get through this and be ok. Is there any chance you can schedule an appointment just a few days away so you don't have so long to stress over it?