I'm sorry about this. It's great that your doctor is being so thorough though! Sounds like you have an amazing family doctor. Think of it that way -- she is being extra careful to rule everything out.

One thing -- I would hold off on any hormone replacement (even including the cream) until after your mammogram/ultrasound results come back. I say this because if the lump is a breast cancer, hormones could accelerate it's growth. So just stay off hormones until you know for sure.

(((hugs)))

Please let us know as soon as you get the results, whatever they are. You are in my thoughts. And know that whatever happens, we will be here to support you.