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Waiting for core needle biopsy results. How do you cope with the waiting and uncertainty?

Suelou
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Hi, 

I'm sue , 51.

Went for my 1st ever mammogram begining Feb, never thought anymore then had a letter for a hospital Appointment 2 weeks later. Had another mammogram, Ultrasound & a, biopsy & given an appointment for 10 days time for results. Had a  phone call from consultant 8 days in to cancel upcoming results appointment & booked me in for a core needle biopsy which I have had this morning. 

I have a new appointment booked for 2 weeks time with the consultant for results.

How do you cope with uncertainty! I feel in limbo  & Google doesn't help ( as we all know ) .

I know its all been done super quick & I'm so grateful, but how do you help pass the "waiting to know" time xxx

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    I don’t think we really do cope with the waiting but it’s a case of having to. 
    like you I am on my 7-10 day wait for results and whilst the nurses seemed positive I have still picked up every tiny seed of doubt I may have got from their demeanour, the way they spoke about it etc and convinced myself that my results will be bad. 
    it doesn’t help that my biopsy site is killing me since having it done Wednesday and that eats into my anxiety too. 
    I have everything crossed for you and just try and breathe and relax. Find something to try and occupy yourself even if it’s just a walk or out for a coffee. I am concentrating on it being a rugby and Grand Prix weekend as that’s my thing!xx

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    Hi Vickie,

    How are you getting on?

    Have you heard anything?

    My appointment is this Monday (25/03/24) so i am working all weekend to try and occupy my time .

    Sue xx

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