fairfarmhand Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 I found a hard knot in my breast last week. Going to the doctor tomorrow. Please tell me what to expect... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kchara Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 I have no idea what to expect, as I haven't been there, but wanted to offer :grouphug::grouphug: and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 It's hard to say. They might do an ultrasound and realize it's a fluid-filled cyst. In that case, they will probably do a needle aspiration. Otherwise, they will perform other diagnostic tests. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pink and Green Mom Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 :grouphug: I have no idea what to expect either, just :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 When I had this, the Dr. did a manual breast exam. Then she signed me up for a mammogram and ultrasound. In my case it was a cyst which had disappeared by the time I had the mammogram done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarcyB Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alyeska Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 :grouphug: I had this happen a number of years ago. I went in for an exam. The doctor felt the lump and sent me home with instructions NOT to feel the lump at.all for two weeks. Then I went back in and the lump was gone, so no further testing was necessary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdalley Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 Lump detected during my routine mammogram. They did a repeat mammogram and an ultrasound. Turned out to be a fibrous cyst and they did a biopsy. Turned out to be nothing and last mammogram was clear. (We have a family history so I have mammograms annually.) The biopsy was not painful at all btw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shinyhappypeople Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 :grouphug: My mom used to get lumps frequently. They were all just cysts. She cut out caffeine and didn't get them anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 :grouphug:s and prayers. I don't know what to expect but will be praying for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibbygirl Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 :grouphug: Praying it is nothing serious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peela Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 :grouphug: Lumpy breasts can be related to caffeine intake- maybe cut out coffee, if you drink it. Good luck. I know that sinking feeling- but most lumps are non serious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truscifi Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 Don't know what you can expect, but :grouphug:. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug:My mother had fibroid cysts in both her breasts and in her uterus. PLEASE keep us updated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parias1126 Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 I found one about four years ago. The doc took it out on the table right in his office since I had no health insurance. Everything turned out fine as it was just fatty tissue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negin Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 :grouphug:Lumpy breasts can be related to caffeine intake- maybe cut out coffee, if you drink it. but most lumps are non serious. :iagree: Will pray for you. :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Here's some info for anyone who may be interested. Just because you have a lump in your breast doesn’t mean you have cancer. Pseudo Lump is breast tissue approaching 1 inch in diameter that has formed into a lump, such as a pocket of dead fat or scar tissue that resulted from trauma caused by surgery or injury. Lumpiness – little bumps that are approximately one-eighth inch in diameter. Harmless and perfectly natural – and has not been linked to later development of breast cancer Cyst – These lumps are fluid-filled sacs that are most common in women between 30 and 55 They feel squishy near the surface Those that are more deeply embedded in breast tissue feel harder Fibroid or Fibroadenoma is a lump ranging from half an inch to 2 ½ inches or larger. A rare cancer occurs in about 1% of all these lumps (usually the larger ones). This type of cancer is relatively harmless because it doesn’t spread. You’ve got plenty of time to look at all your options. Cancer Lump – By the time a cancerous lump is large enough for you to feel, it’s usually grown about half an inch in diameter. If a cancerous lump is much smaller, you won’t feel it. In the early stages, a lump of cancerous cells feels like normal tissue. It will not change with menstrual cycles and is rarely painful. Unless the type of cancer you have is extremely aggressive, you still have time to get information and examine your options. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamrachelle Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 :grouphug: and prayers for you. I hope your doctor's appt goes well. Check back in and let us know how you're doing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairfarmhand Posted March 1, 2011 Author Share Posted March 1, 2011 just in from the Doctor. She said it seems like a cyst, but is ordering a mammogram and an ultrasound to be sure; if that's all it is, then it will be drained in the office. So it is pretty good news. Thanks for all your responses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristusG Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 I found a lump when I was about 21 years old. The doctor did a short outpatient surgery with local anesthesia to get it out. Turns out, it was a benign nodule. But the doctor wanted it out because he said it could grow larger during pregnancy or later in life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 just in from the Doctor. She said it seems like a cyst, but is ordering a mammogram and an ultrasound to be sure; if that's all it is, then it will be drained in the office. So it is pretty good news. Thanks for all your responses. :) Let us know when you go in for the mammogram and ultrasound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 just in from the Doctor. She said it seems like a cyst, but is ordering a mammogram and an ultrasound to be sure; if that's all it is, then it will be drained in the office. So it is pretty good news. Thanks for all your responses. Glad to hear it. :) Keeping you in my thoughts. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 just in from the Doctor. She said it seems like a cyst, but is ordering a mammogram and an ultrasound to be sure; if that's all it is, then it will be drained in the office. So it is pretty good news. Thanks for all your responses. this is good news! Please keep us posted! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tree House Academy Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 Wonderful news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Once Again Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 Excellent news!:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenpatty Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 Oh good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairfarmhand Posted March 25, 2011 Author Share Posted March 25, 2011 Had a mammogram and ultrasound today. It went well. Technician said that is was nothing to worry about. Not really even a cyst...more of a fatty deposit protruding through the layers of whatever is in there. Anyway. Relieved, I am. Thanks for all the kind thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justamouse Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plain jane Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 Had a mammogram and ultrasound today. It went well. Technician said that is was nothing to worry about. Not really even a cyst...more of a fatty deposit protruding through the layers of whatever is in there. Anyway. Relieved, I am. Thanks for all the kind thoughts and prayers. Breathing a sigh of relief with you. I'm glad to hear the good news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iona Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 :):grouphug::) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 Had a mammogram and ultrasound today. It went well. Technician said that is was nothing to worry about. Not really even a cyst...more of a fatty deposit protruding through the layers of whatever is in there. Anyway. Relieved, I am. Thanks for all the kind thoughts and prayers. Good news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenL Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 That's wonderful news!!! Thank you for keeping us updated! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KnitWit Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 :grouphug: REJOICING with you in the GOOD NEWS!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristusG Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 Yay!!! It's so nice to breathe a sigh of relief, huh? Glad you got good news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helena Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 :party: I'm so happy for you!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slartibartfast Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 Good news! :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaffodilDreams Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 Yay to the update!!!! Wonderful news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3lilreds in NC Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 :party: Phew! Celebrating with you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imprimis Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 So relieved for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalphs Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kalypso Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 I am so glad to hear it was nothing to worry about.:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 Had a mammogram and ultrasound today. It went well. Technician said that is was nothing to worry about. Not really even a cyst...more of a fatty deposit protruding through the layers of whatever is in there. Anyway. Relieved, I am. Thanks for all the kind thoughts and prayers. That is great news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetstitches Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 I'm glad it turned out to be nothing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Medieval Mom Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 :party: Great news! Thanks for the update! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: No suggestion as what to expect, either. Just hugs and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhonda in TX Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 I went through this a few years ago. I went through the following over the span of several weeks. 1. doctor for manual exam 2. mammogram 3. ultrasound 4. needle biopsy 5. outpatient surgery to remove lump At no point did they think it was cancerous, but they did have a "just in case" attitude. The lump was indeed benign. I never experienced any pain at any point of this. Even the recovery from surgery was very easy. I took one vicodin because I thought I should, but no more than that. {{hugs}} to you. I know this is nerve-wracking. Edited to add: I didn't read all the way through the thread. I'm glad everything turned out well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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