new here - waiting for a breast clinic referral

im waiting to be tested for breast cancer

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  • Hi Julie,

    A very warm welcome to our forum.

    I am sorry to hear that you are waiting to be tested for breast cancer. You should get your appointment through within 2 weeks from the date of your referral. You do not say what your symptoms are. Most people detect a lump, but not all lumps are cancerous. It is a fact that 80% of those who attend the breast clinic, do not get a cancer diagnosis. They are instead diagnosed with benign cysts, fibroadenoma or have naturally lumpy breasts. These clinics are not only for the diagnosis of breast cancer, but they also help to rule out cancer. 

    I do hope that your test goes well and that nothing untoward is found. Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

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  • Hi Julie,

    A very warm welcome to our forum.

    I am sorry to hear that you are waiting to be tested for breast cancer. You should get your appointment through within 2 weeks from the date of your referral. You do not say what your symptoms are. Most people detect a lump, but not all lumps are cancerous. It is a fact that 80% of those who attend the breast clinic, do not get a cancer diagnosis. They are instead diagnosed with benign cysts, fibroadenoma or have naturally lumpy breasts. These clinics are not only for the diagnosis of breast cancer, but they also help to rule out cancer. 

    I do hope that your test goes well and that nothing untoward is found. Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

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