biopsy

[ellie1605]

I am a 42 year old female and my right breast is 1.5 inches bigger than the left went to doc and he sent me to breast clinic got a mammogram and the doc said he was almost sure it would come back clear. Got a letter the next week and he said there may be a small cyst and would like to do an ultrasound for clarification Went for ultrasound and the doc said they had found a 1cm lump that he thought was benign on mammogram and ultrasound would clarify if it was. After the ultrasound the doc said he would need to do a biopsy I am worried as I dont know if it is a cyst or lump and if the ultrasound couldnt have clarified it any advice.

[ellie1605]

Just had my ultrasound and the radioligist said that the lump is still there but has not changed in size. He said that what the charecters coming off it is showing somthing different but biopsy was clear so he is happy with that will see consultant in July. I am worried and I would rather they just took it away I dont know what to do.

[ellie1605]

Thanks will give it a try. Keep you posted.

[zouzi]

Since you have no fever or redness,then this could very well be nerve damage which is quite common after a biopsy or surgery.
The nipple and surrounding area have a lot of nerves and these may have gotten irritated.Damaged nerves can cause pain such as you are describing and sometimes can last for quite a while.
Massaging gently the breast and applying warm compresses can be very helpful.
I hope you feel better soon...:)

[ellie1605]

Thanks I dont see any redness but when I try to lift it underneath it is sore. I will phone in the morning let you know and thanks again.xxxx

[zouzi]

Hi
No bother at all ellie, but I think you should call your doctor..do you see any redness around the nipple? it could be a sign of  infection or pain from nerve damage,I really can't tell....for the time being take some pain killers and wear a good supportive bra,nevertheless call your doctor to make sure about this severe pain you are having okay?.
PS After my biopsy I also had pain, caused by nerve damage ,but it was not severe)
Take care now...

[ellie1605]

Hi sorry to pester you again but I have severe stabbing pain in my right nipple  and it kept me awake last night. I feel quite sick with the pain. Do you think it could have something to do with the biopsy.