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I was diagnosed with breast cancer in November and have gone through lumpectomy. Results showed clear lump and micrometesis in syntinel node biopsy. I am now due for a CT and bone scan for futher investigation before auxillary node clearance.

I have for the last couple of years had little bumps on my legs and after GP visit I was told these are fatty tissue lumps and not to worry about it. Due to the schock and coming to terms with my cancer diagnosis I forgot about it and discovered last week that now there are 8 lumps on both legs (4 on each) - all at the same place over two legs. It starts from thighs and can be felt only when I run my hand over them and at times press (they are well embedded in the tissues) except for the ones on shin when they feel like cysts. I have been a keen gym person doing leg and arm weights for over 5 years. Shall I be worried about this due to cancer diagnosis or carry on with breast cancer treatment.

Also I have 2 lumps on my anal passage. One has been there for years and checked by doctor as hammoriod. The first one has turned dark brown/black but the new one is pink and hurts everytime I have bowel movements and for a while afterwards too. Do I get these check because of my diagnosis?

Look forward to your guidance. Thanks.
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replied January 2nd, 2011
While breast cancer can spread to many different sites in the body, the lumps in the areas that you describe would be very unusual sites of isolated breast cancer spread.

If these lumps are enlarging or changing in shape, or if new lumps are appearing, then they should still be biopsied, however, just to be on the safe side.

Sincerely,


Robert A. Wascher, MD, FACS

www.doctorwascher.com

Author, "A Cancer Prevention Guide for the Human Race"


A landmark, evidence-based guide to a healthy cancer-prevention lifestyle, based on cutting-edge cancer research.
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replied June 22nd, 2011
lump on my lower leg
hi i have a lump on my lower leg i went for an ultrasound and the doctor said it isnt a cyst or a lipoma , and i need to have it removed asap for diagnosis ive had it for 6 months and it has been growing in size gradually , and i have an appointment to have it removed tommorow , should i be worried its a hard lump that on the ultrasound didnt compress and is solid and has only blood particles in it not blood flowing through it thanks
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