Hi

Just wanted to show support. Hope your appointment is OK on Wednesday, it's very difficult when you have a small support network. I'm sorry about your parents and Sister. 

I just wanted to reach out and send a hug really and to let you know that your not alone and we are all on here for different reasons but all also have the same reason, for support, and I hope you can get some comfort from this forum for that reason.

Thank you indi , it's just such a scarey thing and having bad anxiety anyway isn't helping x

Thanks Vicky!   The system seems efficient. The 2 week waiting is a bit tough but I've kept busy and away from google.  Yes I found a lump which turned out to be 3cm. They did a biopsy because I have a history of benign cysts. Now the results on Wednesday.  Getting it checked is so important. Let me know how you get on xxxx

I will let you no , Iv had it about a month what I no of as I don't really check them . My minds working overtime please let me no how you get on xx

Vicky and Rachel 

wishing you both a positive outcome 

here to help or chat anytime love Lara ️

Hi RachelY,

How did you get on on Wednesday? I sincerely hope that your results were ok.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

HI Vicky,

You have done the right thing by getting this investigated. How did you get on with your doctor's appointment on Wednesday.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Thanks.  I got given my results and do have breast cancer and some tough times ahead. Its triple negative but I'll find out more as realising that breast cancer is not just one thing. 
 

So not the best result. But for me, I'd say that knowing has been easier, the whole system is amazing and I now have to prepare for what is ahead.  

Hi Rachel,

I am so sorry to hear this. I am sure that this is not the news you had been hoping for. There are indeed a number of different types and stages of breast cancer. As you said, it becomes easier to cope with, once you have a diagnosis, irrespective of the outcome. Have you discussed treatment options yet?

There will be tough times ahead, but it is all perfectly "doable". Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. Remember, that we are always here for you.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Thanks so much and I will. Its a blow but I've so fortunate in many ways. Lots of support being a big one and a great specialist centre 10 minutes away. Treatment plan to follow but they said to expect 5 months chemo first.  So trying to remain focussed and preparing. First tears today but I think all kinds of emotions will be normal.  This forum is great! X

Hi Rachel,

You will go through a plethora of emotions over the next few months. These will change like the weather. You are likely to feel anger, "why me", tearful, fear, anxiety, frustration, isolation and fatigue to name but a few. Tears are not such a bad thing, as they are a good stress reliever.

You might find it helpful to write dow any questions that spring to mind, as it is all too easy to forget something important suring a consultation - I did this for all of my appointments.

The main thing is to stay focussed and positive - you can and you will get through this. I found this forum a real boon, especially, in the early part of my journey.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Sorry for late reply I got refered under the 2 week path way she actually found lump in both I am at hosp on the 23rd . How are you 

Sorry for late reply I got refered under the 2 week path way she actually found lump in both I am at hosp on the 23rd . How are you 

Hi Vicky,

I am glad to hear that you now have an appointment for the hospital. Not all lumps are cancerous. Many turn out to be benign cysts or fibroadenoma. It is a fact that out of every 10 people who attend the breast clinic, only 2 will get a cancer diagnosis, so the statistics are still on your side.

Keeping my fingers crossed that nothing untoward is found on 23rd. Please let us know how you get on.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Thankyou I suffer really bad with anxiety and fear of hospitals ( ptsd) so next week Is going to be hard .  There's some really lovely people on here xx

Hi Vicky,

This is hard for all of us and it must be especially difficult for you, with your fears. Would it be worth asking your GP for something to help calm you down for your appointment? You will find that the staff at these clinics are normally very understanding and helpful.

You'll always find help and support here.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx