Oh My..Sorry I just saw this..as I've been very busy self-diagnosing myself with a painful tummy ailment, not a virus.. SO...I totally understand how you feel. As much as I hated going thru yukky embarassing tests. I bit the bullet and had some done. I'm glad you called your Dr and made an appt.! I, too, have always been tender and cystic. My Dr. always said that during that time of month, the cysts are more pronounced. I can't pretend and say mammios are wonderful and painless. But considering the alternative... I always, always have to have an ultrasound afterwards too, to check for any changes. So far, so good. Please, please don't panic (I know it's hard, the mind plays terrible games). Be positive, it's the best medicine, esp. for Dylan's sake. I will keep you in my prayers and thoughts. Heck, I just went thru the change (YAY!!!!!) and STILL am always sore...what we women don't go thru...