Breast Lumps A lump in the breast isn't always cancerous. From hormonal changes in teens to damaged fat tissue, more than 80 percent of all breast lumps are noncancerous for women under the age of 40. )

Did You Know? Signs of Breast Cancer While often caused by less severe conditions, a breast lump, pain, and tenderness are often the things most associated with breast cancer. Other symptoms of breast cancer include: nipple discharge or retraction of the nipple enlargement of one breast dimpling of the breast surface an "orange peel" texture to the skin vaginal pain unintentional weight loss enlarged lymph nodes in the armpit visible veins on the breast If you experience any of those symptoms, you should see your doctor.

BCNA Tribute Field of Women, Sydney | Breast Cancer Network Australia

BCNA Tribute Field of Women, Sydney | Breast Cancer Network Australia

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Low White Cells

Unfortunately, I again have a low white cell count. That means that if I develop a fever, cough, pneumonia etc. it's straight back to hospital for me. I'm lying low, hoping not to catch anything and hoping to keep my temperature down. There isn't much more that I can do but wait and hope that my next blood test on Monday will show that they have gone back up close to normal at least.

BCNA Tribute Field of Women, Sydney | Breast Cancer Network Australia

BCNA Tribute Field of Women, Sydney | Breast Cancer Network Australia

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Welcome

Finally, I have some free time to get this blog started. I am looking forward to sharing my journey and hearing from others who are travelling the same path.