Jenny, with your family history of breast cancer, it's good that you're being cautious. That said, a sharp, shooting pain in the breast isn't a symptom of breast cancer. Could be scar tissue/nerve issues, a hormonal thing, who knows... But I'm glad you have a doctor's appt. next week, because (s)he will be able to tell you what's up, and do whatever tests necessary to reassure you that you don't have breast cancer. Good luck - PJH