Breast Core biopsy waiting for results

Hi

I have never joined a group like this before, but then before I've never needed to. I have been reading older posts about mammograms/biopsies and realised that we are not alone. 
 

I had my first ever breast screening in April and within two weeks I found myself sitting in the breast clinic at the hospital waiting for further tests 

The consultant told me there was a solid mass in my left breast and she took 3 samples during the biopsy

I am naturally terrified of the results and have convinced myself it is cancer. 
I did not feel in my appointment that I could ask questions and she gave no indication whether my lump is a concern or not, I've read on other posts all the info others got from their doctors or consultants and I feel quite in the dark.. 

Anyway, I am trying to not overthink (hard to do!) and I know I can't change the outcome. My family know but my daughter is doing her GCSE's so I have not said anything to her, it is hard pretending all is okay when all I want to do is cry for a bit 

I have never in my 50 years had anything seriously wrong with me..perhaps my luck is running out..although I know the odds are positive for a benign result 

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  • Well, after a rather agonising one week wait, the nurse from the hospital rang me today and told me my lump is a cyst! No further action is needed.

    im waiting on receiving my letter explaining this but I am going to see the consultant anyway as I have some follow up questions. 
     

    The relief was palpable although until I see the consultant to have some reassurances, for example that it won't turn cancerous etc I do still feel apprehensive

    Thank you all so much for your comments and support and for all of you still waiting on results I'd like to wish you all the luck and good prayers in the world! 
     

    xx

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    Hi Sunshine-sp,

    I am delighted to hear that your lump is a cyst - what a relief this must be for you. I am glad to hear that you are still going to see the consultant, to get answers to some of your outstanding questions. Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. I hope that you'll feel more reassured after you've spoken.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

  • I'm not sure now if I will keep the appointment. I gave one for 5th June but now it has sunk in I kind of feel okay and I'd hate to take up an appointment unnecessarily 

    Going to wait to see what detail the letter has when it arrives then decide if I really need to see the consultant.. 

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    Hi Sunshine-sp,

    Have you received your letter through yet? Did it tell you enough, or do you still have a few questions? If you still have any more questions, you would be as well to keep your appointment, even if only for your own peace of mind. Make sure to write them all down, so you don't forget something important.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

  • Hi

    No, I'm still waiting for the letter to arrive...hoping it comes through soon as that may well have answers to my questions.

    Yes if it looks like I need to keep the appointment I'll write down my questions, given what my memory is like! Lol 

    xx

  • Hi Sunshine-sp,

    They really must be using snail mail in your part of the country. Still, it's not that long now until your appointment with the consultant, so you should have some answers soon.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

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