What Are the Chances of Cancer for a 40-Year-Old with Breast Pain?

I was diagnosed at age 39, if you suspect you might have BC, please get checked out. I was already stage 3C at diagnosis.

I experienced pain under my breast that I blamed on my bra. It wasn't constant or persistent. Then came the breast cancer diagnosis. Please ask your healthcare professional to check.

I am 40... i was diagnosed 3 days ago

I'm 42 and was diagnosed in August 2023, they had me start getting mammograms early at 38, because of my family history.

Thank you for this question. The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends that women start breast cancer screening at age 40 and get screening mammograms every other year from ages 40-74. If you do not currently have a diagnosis of breast cancer and are having these symptoms, it is in your best interest to be evaluated by your primary care provider for a history and physical exam. Prior to this, if you try and think of when these symptoms started, what makes them better or worse, and if you have taken any medications for these symptoms, so that you may share this with your provider at the time of your evaluation.

I am 46 and was dx de novo metastatic in may 2023 w mets to bone and liver. It was discovered by ct scan of hip due to an injury. I had not been getting regular mammograms. Please get regular mammograms, especially if you are having pain, is better to find out as soon as possible🙏🏻

My mom was 36 yrs old when she found out she had breast cancer. Cancer and other illnesses don’t see your birth certificate. If it’s going to happen it will happen. I’m 44 and was just diagnosed 12 days ago.

It's completely understandable to feel concerned about new or unusual symptoms, and reaching out to this community shows great self-advocacy. While breast pain is actually quite common and often related to hormonal changes, muscle strain, or other non-cancerous causes, any persistent symptoms deserve proper medical evaluation from a healthcare provider who can examine you and determine the best next steps. Many community members here have found comfort in sharing their experiences with similar concerns, so please know this is a safe space to connect with others who understand the anxiety that comes with unexplained symptoms.