I wanted to do a post about Breast Cancer Awareness Month and wasn't quite sure what to post so, I thought I would do more of a personal post.
I currently have a small lump in my breast, should I have started it that way? Straight to the point I suppose, No I haven't yet been to the Doctors which means I don't know if its just lumpy tissue, a cyst or the big C. I know many of you will sit there and think silly girl go to the Doctors now but read on a little and you may understand why I leave it a few days.
I have been on the at risk list for around 5 years, my Mum had Breast Cancer when she was 35 and I have had several lumps in my breast since since I was around 21. I will be screened earlier than most women because of this and when I do find a lump I get seen very quickly.
The reason I leave it a few days is because the previous lumps have been nothing or mastitis so, usually in a few days the pain goes away and the lump reduces in size until its gone.
This time is a little different as it is in the other breast that I have never had a problem with and the lump is fairly large but I still want to see if it goes down by itself before I really start panicking.
I would like to say to all women that read my blog if you don't check your breasts regularly you should! And most certainly if you discover a lump for the first time painful or not get yourself straight to the Doctors.
I am pretty sure mine is nothing but of course it is better to be safe than sorry so, if the lump is still there Friday I can assure you I will be straight to the Doctors going through my usual examination and referral to have a biopsy and scan.
I may seem calm in this post but like anyone I am shitting myself but I look back at the past 7 lumps and chill out a little.
I will keep you updated on the outcome!
Love
Ems xo
For more advice check out these links: http://www.breastcancercare.org.uk/ and http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Cancer-of-the-breast-female/Pages/Introduction.aspx
Oh no hun, how awful, that must be so worrying for you. It's so unfortunate that you've had to contend with so many lumps already when you are considered to be at risk, what a rollercoaster it must be for your emotions.
ReplyDeleteI see what you mean now about not having had the best week so far, I really hope this turns out to be another false alarm. I think there's probably a good chance it could be, even if it is on the other side this time. Fingers crossed for you lovely.
Mel xx
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Thank you beautiful! I am sure it is nothing cause its painful and they say that when its painful the chances of being anything sinister is slim but hey I just get on with it. I still have a smile on my face and the support of my family and a few friends that actually know anyone else will find out if they read this! Thanks again missy xxx
DeleteOh Ems, I really do hope it's nothing serious. Thinking of you hon. xx
ReplyDeleteThanks lovely I am pretty sure all will be well! Its something I am pretty used to these days, its just a bit more worrying when its somewhere i dont normally get them but hey positive thining and all that :) xx
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