Worried about a small hard lump in a reconstructed breast

Thank you for your question. There may be different speculations about the new lump that you felt on your right breast. However, any lump may not always be a cancer lump or recurrence. I would advise that you consult with your board-certified plastic surgeon right away to rule out any possibilities of cancer or its recurrence. Your plastic surgeon can properly do an in-person examination and give you good recommendations on how to go about with your concern. Best of luck!

Hello Doggiemama,
Thank you for your question. With your history, it's not unusual to feel anxious about any changes in your breasts. There are many benign conditions that cause breast lumps. However, anything new or different should be thoroughly investigated to rule out a malignancy. It's good that you've booked an appointment with your surgeon who will examine you carefully and arrange some investigations. Best of luck.

Any new lump is not always a new breast cancer or recurrence. However, imaging (ex, ultrasound ) is a great way to begin the work up, followed by a breast biopsyof the lump.

It is always a good idea to have any new masses looked at after breast surgery.  There are a variety of benign things this can be (scar tissue, fat necrosis, cysts), but it is always safer to have it looked at.  Good luck!