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[patti]

Hi everyone, just got back from breast care clinic where my GP sent me for mammogram/ultrasound
I have fibro cysts - in my left breast which are very painful …… was told this will be made worse by the HRT and to consider giving it up , as can’t stay on it forever !
I started Gel & Utrogestan Jan 2018 - I’m 61.
Don’t know what to do —- any thoughts,anyone .

[CLKD]

U can stay on HRT as long as necessary.

What is the next step?  R they to be drained: will U have a biopsy?  Who told you to stop HRT? 

If HRT is helping and fibro cysts aren't dangerous?   Some find that keeping a mood/food/symptom diary of use.

MayB get referred to a dedicated menopause clinic for advice, as Gynaes and Oncologists don't know much about HRT and possible risks.

[patti]

Hi CLKD,thanks for replying, no further action as cysts too small to drain , told to use ibuprofen gel if they get too painful - I saw the Breast Care clinical specialist nurse - although I was sent there 18 months ago and saw consultant and he told me the same 😏- I’ve had cysts / lumpy breasts for years,even before I started taking HRT …….. she just put the fear of god in me today .

I think your right about asking to be referred to menopause specialist, although atm I’m waiting to see consultant as I have an incisional hernia that needs to be operated on, and don’t think I can cope with this too 😔

[Flossieteacake]

Hello Patti. I do not have any advice but I just wanted to say how sorry I am you are going through this. It does not sound like your GP is very reassuring which will only add to your anxiety.

[patti]

Hi Flossieteacake,Thank you for your kind words, I’m very confused atm 🙁

[Flossieteacake]

Hi Flossieteacake,Thank you for your kind words, I’m very confused atm 🙁

I would be too. Hopefully more members will reply to your thread tomorrow. I hope you manage to get some sleep.