2nd tests on lymph node biopsy

Can anyone help me understand what is going on? 

I found a large lump in my right armpit which was initially thought to be a muscle injury or cyst has now turned out to be a very enlarged lymph node. I only have one enlarged and the rest including the other armpit are fine. 

I had a biopsy on Wednesday which has come back showing some suspicious calcification so needs to be further tested by pathology. I’ve been booked in for a CT scan and appointment with a breast surgeon on Friday but they said the tests on the biopsy for breast cancer were clear.

Any advice or suggestions would be much appreciated as I am terrified 

  • Hello and thank you for posting. I'm sorry you are feeling terrified right now but I am afraid I do not know what is happening with the enlarged lymph node.

    As we are not part of your hospital team we do not know what the biopsy is showing, and what the doctors might want to do about it.

    I realise this is a very difficult time and uncertainty is hard, but once they have the full results back you will know what is happening next. 

    Take care, and if you want to talk things through you may find it helpful to chat with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040, and the lines are open from 9 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday.

    Sarah.