I am 61 - have a lump and redness on my breast Been anxious since beginning of December Doctor said she had real concerns on examination Haven't been able to tell my family So stressed
It is indeed a worrying and anxious time for you. Im assuming youve been referred to a breast clinic for further tests.The clinics are aware of the 'stress' that people are experiencing and they will look after you very well. Unfortunately I cannot reassure you that all will be ok but from my own reading on this topic it would appear as though the majority of people attending breast clinic appointments get good news and I hope you will too. It might be good idea to tell a friend or a member of your family what you are going through so that they can support you and accompany you to the clinic. I hope that you will get the best news.
Thank you for taking the time to reply. I cannot bring myself to tell my family as there are other issues going on It feels very lonely and the holiday break has been a nightmare quite honestly This forum is a wonderful thing to make you realise you are not alone Thank you again x
Please read my thread for diagnosis without biopsy results.
I was called back for a 2nd Mammogram on the 23rd Dec and told they too felt, on a scale of 1 to 5 for being a positive result for breast cancer, that i was a 5. I get my biopsy results tomorrow. I havent told family either as, like you, have other factors like a hip replacement i have to cancel and my nanna is in hospital on end of life care. So I totally understand the turmoil and anguish you are feeling.
By joining this group you have made the first step for support. Everyone here is amazingly supportive and whilst all journeys are individual please take comfort that we are all here to offer support to each other.
I have told a few friends and this has given me the support I need until the time is right to tell family. A friend who has also been through Breast Cancer, and out the other side, is coming with me tomorrow.
Without the results I just felt it wasn't fair to tell family without knowing the final results and treatment plan, especially with my Nanna potentially passing any day now.
You will gradually start to take it in and as each day passes just remember its a bump in the road and whatever the results are, you will get through this.
Please dont go alone. Friends will offer as much support as you need and you will feel better sharing the burden of it rather than carrying on ur own.
Sending positive thoughts and prayers to you and all of us at this difficult time. You are brave and you will get through this blip xx
I hope it's good news and often it is, try not to overthink it, but if they do want to examine further there's lots of support on here with people who understand. I've been through breast cancer and still going strong
I am so sorry to hear that you cannot share your concerns with your family at the moment. This must have made the waiting particularly difficult for you especially over the holiday period. What moves has your GP made - has she referred you to the breast clinic or for further tests? It is a fact that 80% of people referred to these clinics get the all clear, so here's hoping that you end up being one of the lucky ones.
We all tend to panic at the thought of a cancer diagnosis, but diagnosis, treatment and aftercare have all improved dramatically in the past few years. I have had 2 bouts of breast cancer myself and I lost my mum to it too. Initially, I was absolutely terrified, but it does get easier once you know wwhat you are dealing with. The tests for this are very straightforward - usually a mammogram, an ultrasound and a biopsy. Unfortunately, there is usually another 1-2 weeks wait to get the results of the biopsy.
I had my first bout 13 years ago and the second 12 years ago. I had a lumpectomy first time around and a double mastectomy the second time. Despite this, I still lead a busy and fulfilling life. Please remember that you are never alone now that you have found this forum. We have nearly all been where you are now and have experienced the highs and lows of this disease first-hand. Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on.
