Unusual High Data Usage

During the last billing cycle I have been keeping close watch over my data usage when I noticed a 32.99 MB data usage appear. Today I go back to check my account because I see that my data usage has increased by a substantial amount again. I look back through my data usage and now see all of the data from before has 'magically' changed. The 32.99 MB usage has vanished and all new numbers have appeared. Along with one usage that is marked as 402.41 MB! This is an absurd amount of usage! Can someone explain what is going on with my data usage?
Just to cover some bases: I turn off my Mobile Data when I'm not using it. I use my wireless internet for most of my activity. I do not watch movies or play data dependent games on my phone. I check facebook periodically throughout the day, but almost always while I'm connected to the Wi-Fi.
My biggest concern is that the data usage on my 'My Verizon' page is changing. Not changing with new entries, but changing PREVIOUS entries that I've already viewed and talked to customer support about. My data is building up quickly and it's only the fourth day into my billing cycle. I'm already very concerned. I don't want to have to pay extra by the time the month is up.

    We want you to have the best data plan to meet your needs meakerism! What plan do you have currently? What make and model device? How many users on your account? Fluctuation in data usage can occur often. Please be assured we bill accurately. My Verizon usage estimates can delay up to 48 hours. Have you brought these concerns to our attention previously?
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