Bc scare

Hi I went to my gp on the 3rd April due to finding lump and dimple in my breast got a 2 week urgent referral to one stop breast clinic when I arrived there I was examined and told no radiologist he said he thinks it is a cyst but I'm disgusted have to wait 6 8 weeks for a scan when everything was supposed be done in a day I've complained etc to be told he doesn't think it's urgent but when I was there they said I dhould be scanned in 1,2 weeks anyone had this problem who was supposed to had everything done in a day thanks ally

  • Hi Ally and thanks for posting.

    I'm sorry to hear that you are disappointed with what has happened.

    When attending a breast clinic appointment the first thing that usually happens is an examination. This enables the team to decide what happens next.  It sounds like the radiologist wasn't available to do the scan on the day you were there, but the doctor who examined you was confident that you have a cyst, which did not need an urgent scan.  Hopefully, this can be reassuring for you. 

    Unfortunately, scans are sometimes taking longer at the moment.  It can be difficult when you are waiting, but do try to keep busy to take your mind off it.

    You have posted in the Ask the Nurses section of the forum. You may find that you get more responses in another section, but do remember everyone is different, and can have different outcomes and experiences even when the situation sounds very similar.

    Please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Take care,

    Rachel