Breast referral

Hello

i have been referred to the breast clinic ox by my GP. She said she was not concerned and my appt was non urgent, however my letter to book my appt is titled 2WW rapid access clinic. 
 Is this a standard name for the breast referral clinic? 
thank you 

  • Hello there and thanks for posting

    Non urgent breast referrals can take many months before patients are seen in clinic therefore if someone presents to their GP with breast changes or a breast lump they will often be referred under the 2 week wait referral guidelines.

    Most people referred this way won't go on to be diagnosed with breast cancer but it is important any breast changes are checked out sooner rather than later, just to be on the safe side.

    If you continue to be worried then do ask to speak to your GP again to clarify things with them.

    I hope all goes well and you know more soon. Try not to worry though if you can.

    Best wishes

    Naomi