Painful breasts and change in areolar glands

[pinkie77]

I saw my Dr. a few days ago because I began to have pain and tenderness in both breast. They felt like a woman's breast might feel during pregnancy, but I am absolutely not pregnant. This pain came several days after my period, and was almost constant. Dr said breast felt fibrocystic, but pain after menses was not normal and  has reffered me to have a mammo/ultrasound in a few weeks. Pain has subsided a bit, but I have noticed my areolar glands are much more noticeable recently. I am 34 y.o, and have 2 young children. What could be causing these changes? Breast cancer symptoms? My grandmother had breast cancer...very worried. Please help. Thanks so much.

[japdip]

You're more than welcome ... it's normal to be scared and we've all been there at one time or another. I've never spoken with any woman that didn't say the "waiting" was the worst ... too much time to think and worry and it seems we women are the best when it comes to worrying. When you get your Mammogram and Ultrasound results don't hesitate to come back with any questions or concerns you have and we'll do our best to help in any way we can. It's always best if you add any additional information to this same thread as a comment so we have all the info in one place. Take care .....

[pinkie77]

Thank you so much for your response. I am hoping that all goes well. Just scared, that's all. I appreciate your help =)

[japdip]

The symptoms you describe do not indicate Breast Cancer. I would think it is a hormonal thing which isn't unusual. Breast pain and tenderness is quite common and especially if your breasts are fibrocystic. Fibroadenomas can cause considerable discomfort and it may subside but can occur at any time during the menstrual cycle. I'm sure your upcoming tests will answer your concerns.   Regards .....